Stuttgart will take on FC Porto in the Europa League round of 16, while Freiburg will face KRC Genk. These match‑ups were announced in the draw Tuesday in Nyon.

The German club had already secured a place in the knock‑out stage by defeating Celtic Glasgow in the play‑offs without much difficulty. Freiburg earned their spot directly by finishing strong in the league and avoiding the play‑offs altogether.

Other round‑of‑16 fixtures include Lille against Aston Villa, Bologna facing Roma, Panathinaikos versus Real Betis, Ferencváros versus Sporting Braga, Celta Vigo vs. Lyon, and Nottingham Forest against Midtjylland.