The UEFA Conference League Round of 16 draw, conducted on February 21, 2025, has set the stage for an exciting knockout phase. The matchups are as follows:
- Real Betis vs. Vitória SC
- Jagiellonia vs. Cercle Brugge
- Celje vs. Lugano
- Panathinaikos vs. Fiorentina
- Copenhagen vs. Chelsea
- Molde vs. Legia Warszawa
- Pafos vs. Djurgården
- Borac vs. SK Rapid
The first legs are scheduled for March 6, with return fixtures on March 13, 2025.
Key Matchups and Reactions:
- Copenhagen vs. Chelsea: This tie stands out as a highlight, with Chelsea, who dominated the league phase by winning all six matches, facing a formidable Copenhagen side. Chelsea’s recent dip in domestic form adds intrigue to this encounter. Sporting News
- Panathinaikos vs. Fiorentina: A classic Greco-Italian clash that promises high-quality football, as both teams have shown strong performances in their respective leagues.
- Real Betis vs. Vitória SC: Real Betis, after advancing through the knockout phase play-offs, will face Vitória SC, who secured a top-eight finish in the league phase. This matchup is expected to be closely contested.
Fans and analysts are eagerly anticipating these fixtures, with many highlighting the potential for upsets and the emergence of dark horses as the tournament progresses.
The quarter-final and semi-final draws have also been conducted, mapping out the potential paths teams must navigate to reach the final, scheduled for May 28, 2025, at Wrocław Stadium in Wrocław, Poland.
UPDATED ODDS TO WIN UEFA CONFERENCE LEAGUE 2024/2025
*ODDS based on $100 bet in US System
| Team | American Odds | Decimal Odds |
|---|---|---|
| CHELSEA FC | -200 | 1.50 |
| REAL BETIS | +500 | 6.00 |
| FIORENTINA | +500 | 6.00 |
| PANATHINAIKOS | +2500 | 26.00 |
| JAGIELLONIA BIALYSTOK | +2500 | 26.00 |
| RAPID VIENNA | +1500 | 16.00 |
| VITORIA DE GUIMARAES | +1600 | 17.00 |
| LEGIA WARSZAWA | +3000 | 31.00 |
| CERCLE BRUGGE | +3500 | 36.00 |
| FC COPENHAGEN | +4000 | 41.00 |
| MOLDE | +4000 | 41.00 |
| LUGANO | +5000 | 51.00 |
| DJURGARDEN | +6000 | 61.00 |
| PAFOS FC | +7000 | 71.00 |
| NK CELJE | +20000 | 201.00 |
| BORAC BANJA LUKA | +20000 | 201.00 |
Explanation:
- American odds to decimal odds conversion:
- For positive American odds (e.g., +400), the formula is:
Decimal Odds = (American Odds / 100) + 1
Example: +400 → (400 / 100) + 1 = 5.00 - For negative American odds, the formula is:
Decimal Odds = (100 / American Odds) + 1
(Not applicable here since all odds are positive.)
- For positive American odds (e.g., +400), the formula is:
As the Round of 16 approaches, teams are gearing up for intense battles, with supporters across Europe eagerly awaiting the resumption of the UEFA Conference League.
