In the current edition, the competition is exceptionally fierce. Giants from the English Premier League, Spanish La Liga and Italian Serie A no longer have easy matches here. Teams from Portugal, the Netherlands and Türkiye regularly prove that they can impose their own style of play and eliminate higher-ranked opponents.

The new competition format raises the temperature of the battle

The introduction of a new format with a single league table instead of the previous eight groups has completely changed the dynamics of competition in the Europa League. Teams cannot afford to take any match lightly or calculate their chances in the final rounds, as the margin for error has shrunk to an absolute minimum.

Under the new system, every point earned and every goal scored matters to the final standings:

  • Places 1–8: guarantee direct promotion to the round of 16 and invaluable energy savings by avoiding an additional round.

  • Places 9–24: mean having to compete in tough, uncompromising play-offs for entry to the top sixteen.

  • Places 25–36: definitively end a team’s European campaign for the season, with no possibility of dropping into the Conference League.

Without the traditional group format, a goal scored in added time on difficult ground can move a team up several places in the overall table.

Favourites and dark horses – who has the best chance of winning the trophy?

When analysing squad strength, market value and the form shown at the start of the season, the race for the trophy promises to be extremely interesting. Clubs from the TOP 5 leagues are traditionally the main contenders, but the unique nature of Thursday nights favours spectacular surprises.

Who makes up the leading pack?

  • Giants from England and Spain: they have powerful budgets, deep squads and Champions League experience. Their fast pace and the high individual quality of their stars allow them to take control at key moments.

  • Italian and German tacticians: teams renowned for iron defensive discipline, fluid changes of playing system and perfectly rehearsed set pieces.

  • Brave contenders from the Netherlands and Portugal: teams that favour attacking football, a high press and introducing young, exceptionally talented players.

  • Hotbeds from Türkiye and Eastern Europe: teams that are exceptionally dangerous at home, where passionate fan support can inspire them to beat higher-ranked opponents.

Why is it worth following the Europa League?

  • Unpredictable results: the absence of one clear dominant team means surprises are a daily occurrence in every round.

  • Clashes between different football cultures: a fluid confrontation between teams favouring Spanish possession, German Gegenpressing and Italian pragmatic defending.

  • Polish connections: the chance to watch Polish internationals competing for leading foreign clubs.

When matches are being played simultaneously at several dozen stadiums on Thursday evenings, live scores are an invaluable aid, providing immediate access to the most important events from every pitch.

A tight race in the Europa League table

The points situation in the league phase changes rapidly after every match. Fans who want to accurately assess their favourite teams’ chances of reaching the knockout phase must constantly analyse the latest standings, expected goals (xG) figures and goal differences.

Final success depends not only on the form of attacking stars, but also on the ability to cope with a marathon of matches every three days and on coaches’ tactical squad rotation.

Check the current points standings, goal statistics and teams’ head-to-head history by visiting the Europa League rankings.

Choose Superscore – enjoy following the cup competitions without ads

The Superscore app is an excellent tool for every fan following European cup competitions. Its greatest advantage is the complete absence of intrusive advertising banners and pop-ups, allowing users to focus solely on pure sporting emotions and data analysis.

With the Superscore app, you get:

  • Fast push alerts: Notifications about goals, red cards and results appearing on your screen within seconds of an event on the pitch.

  • Full tactical data: Official starting line-ups presented in clear graphic formations.

  • Extensive live statistics: Possession, shots on and off target, corners and xG updated in real time.

  • H2H database: Access to the history of head-to-head encounters and the latest results of both teams.

Download the free Superscore app and keep up to date with the action-packed Europa League competition!

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Does Superscore notify users about score changes in Europa League matches?

Yes, push alerts arrive on your phone within a few seconds of a goal or another key event at any of the stadiums.

Can I check the H2H record before a Europa League match in the Superscore app?

Yes, the app provides a complete record of head-to-head encounters (H2H), the teams’ current form and their records from recent matches in all competitions.