Benfica's remarkable victory in Glasgow has propelled them into the highly anticipated quarter-finals of the Europa League, and the football world is now abuzz with speculation about who their opponents might be. The draw, set to take place on Friday at UEFA headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland, will unveil the seven potential challengers that Roger Schmidt's team could face in the next stage.
Among the esteemed list of prospective opponents are Marseille, West Ham, AC Milan featuring Rafael Leão, Liverpool with Diogo Jota in their ranks, Atalanta who recently eliminated Sporting Lisbon, Bayer Leverkusen, and Roma boasting talents like Rui Patrício and Renato Sanches.
Fans and analysts alike are eagerly anticipating the draw, which is scheduled for 12 pm Portugal time. The first leg of the quarter-finals is set for April 11th, with the return leg taking place just a week later on April 18th. Additionally, the draw will not only reveal Benfica's next opponent but also determine the potential semi-final matchups, slated for May 2nd and 9th.
As the anticipation builds and the countdown to the draw begins, the footballing world is brimming with excitement to see how Benfica will fare against their upcoming adversaries. Stay tuned as the quarter-final stage promises to deliver an intense and action-packed display of skill, determination, and strategic prowess from some of Europe's top football clubs and players.