The European competitions delivered thrilling encounters this Thursday, March 13, 2025, as teams fought for a place in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Europa League and the UEFA Conference League.

UEFA Europa League

  • Manchester United 4-1 Real Sociedad: The Red Devils shined at Old Trafford, with Bruno Fernandes scoring a hat-trick, sealing qualification with an aggregate score of 5-2.
  • Tottenham Hotspur 3-1 AZ Alkmaar: Spurs secured their quarter-final spot, driven by a brace from Wilson Odobert. (theguardian.com)
  • Rangers 0-2 Fenerbahçe (3-2 on penalties): Despite losing at home, Rangers clinched qualification through an intense penalty shootout, with key performances from James Tavernier and goalkeeper Jack Butland.
  • Athletic Club 3-1 AS Roma: The Basque club turned the tie around at San Mamés, thanks to a brace from Nico Williams and a goal from Yuri Berchiche, securing their quarter-final place.
  • Eintracht Frankfurt 4-1 Ajax: The German side dominated their match, with goals from Jean Matteo Bahoya, Mario Götze (twice), and Hugo Ekitike, confirming their qualification after winning the first leg.

UEFA Conference League

  • Chelsea 1-0 FC Copenhagen: The Blues secured their spot in the quarter-finals thanks to a goal from Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, despite an underwhelming performance.
  • Real Betis 3-0 Vitória Guimarães: The Andalusian club impressed with a brace from Cédric Bakambu and a goal from Antony, demonstrating their ambition in the competition.

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