sport news When is the Europa League quarter-final draw? Date, how to watch, teams involved trends now
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The Europa League round of 16 gets underway on Thursday evening, with Premier League duo Manchester United and Arsenal battling for a place in the quarter-finals.
Arsenal are in pole position to land a historic Premier League title, but the Europa League resembles another golden opportunity for silverware with Mikel Arteta's side the overwhelming favourites against last-16 opponents Sporting Lisbon.
Any hopes of a United title-charge were largely crushed following their humiliating 7-0 defeat to Liverpool, but, after beating Barcelona to reach the last-16, they are well placed to challenge for the Europa League trophy.
Erik ten Hag's side take on Real Betis, while former manager Jose Mourinho is still in the competition, with his Roma side up against Real Sociedad.
But when does the draw for the quarter-finals take place? And when will the ties be played? Sportsmail provides the answers below.
Mikel Arteta's Arsenal side are expected to beat Sporting Lisbon and reach the quarter-finals
Erik ten Hag will look to bounce back in the Europa League following Man United's humiliating defeat to Liverpool
The draw for the quarter-finals of the Europa League will take place on Friday,
