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Europa League Draw: Milan, Juventus Get New Format Matchups

Europa League draw sets up fascinating cross-border matchups for Italian giants in new league format

The Briefly Pulse Desk August 28, 2026 1 min read 2 views
Europa League Draw: Milan, Juventus Get New Format Matchups

The update

The 2026-2027 UEFA Europa League league phase draw has set up intriguing matchups for Italian clubs AC Milan and Juventus. AC Milan will face Benfica, Olympiacos, Ferencvaros, Salzburg, Sunderland, Bournemouth, Ararat-Armenia, and Levski Sofia. Juventus will take on Real Sociedad, AZ Alkmaar, Rennes, Ferencvaros, Omonia, Celta Vigo, NEC, and Hapoel Beer-Sheva. The league phase kicks off on September 16 and runs through January 28, 2027.

Why it matters

This represents a significant shift in the tournament format with a league phase replacing traditional group stages. For AC Milan and Juventus—the only Serie A representatives in this Europa League—these matchups create compelling storylines across Europe. The inclusion of English clubs like Bournemouth and Sunderland adds an extra layer of intrigue as Italian giants face opponents from different footballing traditions.

What to watch

Teams will play eight matches against eight different opponents rather than facing the same group twice. This format requires consistent performance across the season to secure a top-eight finish and a direct Champions League qualification spot.

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