Exciting Matchups Set for UEFA Conference League Knockout Playoffs

The UEFA Conference League announced its knockout playoffs draw, featuring teams like Crystal Palace, Fiorentina, and AZ Alkmaar in the first leg on February 19. The second leg kicks off on February 26. Teams such as Strasbourg and Shakhtar Donetsk have directly advanced to the Round of 16.

The UEFA Conference League has drawn its knockout playoff round matchups, with some tantalizing fixtures set to capture the football world's attention. Notable matches include Zrinjski Mostar versus England's Crystal Palace and Poland's Lech Poznan facing Finland's KuPS Kuopio. Armenian team Noah will take on AZ Alkmaar from the Netherlands.

In other exciting pairings, Italy's Fiorentina will face Jagiellonia Bialystok from Poland, while Swiss team Lausanne takes on Sigma Olomouc of the Czech Republic. Shkendija from North Macedonia is set to challenge Samsunspor of Turkey, and Drita from Kosovo clashes with Slovenia's Celje.

Furthermore, teams like Strasbourg from France and Shakhtar Donetsk from Ukraine have secured their spots in the Round of 16, underscoring the intense competition expected throughout the tournament. The action promises thrilling encounters and high stakes as teams vie for the coveted title.

(With inputs from agencies.)