The league phase of the Europa League has come to a close with Lazio topping the table on goal difference despite losing 1-0 to Braga on the final day of play. Tottenham and Manchester United have ...

The draw for the knockout playoff round of the new-look UEFA Europa League has been made. But how does this feed into the round-of-16 ties? When is the next draw? How does it all knit together?

As is the same in UEFA's premier competition, the top eight teams from the league phase earn a spot in the Europa League round of 16. The remaining 16 teams must play a two-legged playoff to advance.