Europa Conference League Last-16 Draw Revealed

The anticipation for thrilling matchups in the UEFA Europa Conference League last 16 is palpable as football fans gear up for an array of captivating clashes. Among the standout fixtures, Aston Villa finds themselves in a blockbuster showdown against Ajax, promising an exhilarating battle between two footballing powerhouses.

Ajax, bolstered by the recent acquisition of former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson, emerged victorious against Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt in a tense knockout play-off round. Their clash with Aston Villa adds a layer of intrigue, pitting two former European champions against each other in a contest brimming with excitement.

Scheduled to unfold on March 7 and 14, the tie will be broadcast live on TNT Sports and Discovery+, with Villa enjoying the advantage of playing the second leg at home.

The draw, which features clubs representing 13 different countries, offers a diverse array of matchups that are sure to captivate football enthusiasts worldwide. Fiorentina, runners-up to West Ham in the previous season, are slated to face Maccabi Haifa, while other notable encounters include Turkish giants Fenerbache squaring off against Union SG and Greek heavyweights Olympiacos challenging Maccabi Tel Aviv.

The eight seeded sides, having topped their Europa Conference League groups, now face off against eight unseeded counterparts who advanced through the play-offs. This dynamic mix sets the stage for intense battles as teams vie for a coveted spot in the quarterfinals of the competition.

As the tournament unfolds, fans can expect a spectacle of footballing excellence and drama, culminating in the highly anticipated final at the AEK Arena in Athens on May 29, 2024.

Europa Conference League Last 16 Draw:

• Servette vs. Viktoria Plzen
• Ajax vs. Aston Villa
• Molde vs. Club Brugge
• Union Saint-Gilloise vs. Fenerbache
• Dinamo Zagreb vs. PAOK
• Sturm Graz vs. Lille
• Maccabi Haifa vs. Fiorentina
• Olympiacos vs. Maccabi Tel-Aviv