The Europa League play-off draw has paired Celtic with Stuttgart, while Nottingham Forest will battle Fenerbahce. These two-legged ties are the final hurdle to reach the last 16. Celtic earned their spot after a 4-2 victory over Utrecht, securing 21st place in the league phase. Forest secured their place after a 4-0 win against Ferencvaros.

The first leg for Celtic will be at Celtic Park. The winners of their tie will face either Porto or Braga in the last 16. Forest, on the other hand, will host the second leg. If they progress, they will play Midtjylland or Real Betis. The play-off games are scheduled for February 19th and 26th, promising exciting matchups.

This draw sets up potentially tough tests for both Scottish and English clubs. The teams will be eager to advance. This stage of the competition is vital as it determines who joins the top eight teams already qualified for the last 16. This includes clubs like Lyon and Aston Villa.

The 2026 Europa League final will be held at Besiktas Park in Istanbul, Turkey. The draw ensures increased anticipation and excitement as the tournament progresses. Fans will be watching closely to see which teams secure their spots in the next round of the Europa League.