UEFA Europa League 2025 Standings & Results: Knockout Round Confirmed
The UEFA Europa League 2025 league phase wrapped up on January 30, 2025, delivering thrilling matches and unexpected results. With the top eight teams securing a direct passage to the Round of 16, the stage is set for an intense knockout phase.
Manchester United Dominates: Unbeaten Streak Continues
Manchester United continued their unbeaten run in the Europa League with a 2-0 victory over FCSB in Bucharest. Kobbie Mainoo played a pivotal role, assisting Diogo Dalot for the opener before scoring the second after Alejandro Garnacho’s setup. This win cemented United’s place in the Round of 16.
Tottenham’s Young Stars Shine in Historic Win
Tottenham Hotspur put on a commanding performance, securing a 3-0 win against Elfsborg. Notably, three academy graduates scored their first goals for the club:
- Dane Scarlett (Header from a Dejan Kulusevski cross)
- Damola Ajayi (Left-footed debut strike)
- Mikey Moore (30-yard solo run, becoming England’s youngest-ever scorer in European competition)
With this emphatic win, Spurs booked their spot in the Round of 16.
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Rangers Edge Into the Knockouts
Rangers secured a 2-1 win over Union Saint-Gilloise, with goals from Nicolas Raskin and Václav Černý. Despite Kevin Mac Allister’s late goal for the visitors, Rangers held firm to confirm their Round of 16 berth.
Other Notable Matches
- Ajax 2-1 Galatasaray – Ajax edged past the Turkish giants with goals from Bertrand Traoré and Kian Fitz-Jim.
- Braga 1-0 Lazio – Braga stunned Lazio with an early Ricardo Horta strike.
- Ferencváros 4-3 AZ Alkmaar – A goal-fest saw Ferencváros prevail in a seven-goal thriller.
Europa League 2025 Standings: Final Table & Knockout Preview
| Rank | Team | P | W | D | L | GF:GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lazio | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 17:5 | 12 | 19 | L W W D W |
| 2 | Athletic Bilbao | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 15:7 | 8 | 19 | W L W W W |
| 3 | Manchester United | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 16:9 | 7 | 18 | W W W W W |
| 4 | Tottenham Hotspur | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 17:9 | 8 | 17 | W W D D L |
| 5 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 14:10 | 4 | 16 | L W L W W |
| 6 | Lyon | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 16:8 | 8 | 15 | D D W W D |
| 7 | Olympiacos | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 9:3 | 6 | 15 | W W D D D |
| 8 | Rangers | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 16:10 | 6 | 14 | W L D W D |
Key Stats:
- Manchester United, Tottenham, and Rangers advance directly to the Round of 16.
- Lazio finished top, despite a loss in the final match.
- Athletic Bilbao’s strong form kept them level on points with Lazio.
Knockout Stage Outlook
With the league phase wrapped up, the knockout rounds will introduce new high-stakes battles, including potential matchups between Premier League, La Liga, and Serie A powerhouses.
Teams finishing 9th–24th will enter a playoff round, where they will battle for the remaining Round of 16 slots.
Upcoming Fixtures to Watch
- Manchester United vs. Potential Playoff Winner
- Tottenham’s Next Opponent
- Rangers’ Path to European Glory
The UEFA Europa League 2025 Knockout Stage promises thrilling football, intense rivalries, and high-stakes action. Stay tuned as teams continue their pursuit of European glory.
Final Thoughts
With Manchester United, Tottenham, and Rangers securing direct Round of 16 spots, and other teams battling through playoffs, the UEFA Europa League 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable tournament. Stay tuned for more exclusive insights, match analyses, and knockout stage predictions!
