Eastbound Encounters: UEFA Conference League Knockout Draw Revealed

Crystal Palace and Fiorentina face Eastern European teams in the UEFA Conference League knockout playoffs after challenging initial rounds. With impressive prize pools and historical representation, teams like Kosovo's Drita and Armenian champion Noah join the fray, aiming to progress to the final in Leipzig on May 27.

Crystal Palace and Fiorentina are set for challenging adventures in Eastern Europe as they head into the knockout playoffs of the UEFA Conference League, according to Friday's draw.

Palace will face Bosnian champions Zrinjski Mostar away in the first leg, while Fiorentina, a two-time runner-up, will travel to Poland to challenge Jagiellonia Bialystok.

A total of 24 teams, including giants like Shakhtar Donetsk and Mainz, aim for a slice of the €285 million prize fund, with the final set for Leipzig on May 27.

(With inputs from agencies.)