The Europa League bracket has been finalized as the semifinalists are confirmed. Four teams remain in the hunt for a spot in the Istanbul final.
Sporting de Braga, Freiburg, Nottingham Forest, and Aston Villa—representing Portugal, Germany, and England—have advanced. Spanish clubs Real Betis and Celta Vigo were eliminated in the quarterfinals. Betis fell at La Cartuja despite a 2-0 lead, ultimately losing 2-4 to Carlos Vicens’ Braga. Celta was defeated 1-3 at Balaídos.
Here is the analysis of the bracket, matchups, and all key details.
**Semifinal First Leg – April 30**
– Sporting de Braga vs. Freiburg
– Nottingham Forest vs. Aston Villa
**Semifinal Second Leg – May 7**
– Freiburg vs. Sporting de Braga
– Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest
An English finalist is guaranteed. The other finalist will come from the match between Sporting de Braga—coached by a Spanish manager and featuring players like Pau Víctor and Víctor Gómez—and German side Freiburg.