The league phase of the Europa League has come to a close with Lazio topping the table on goal difference despite losing 1-0 to Braga on the final day of play. Tottenham and Manchester United have finished in the top eight to make it to the last 16 despite disappointing Premier League form while Rangers and Olympiacos were able to sneak into the top eight on the final day of this phase of play.

After the playoff round draw of the new-look Europa League, here's how it impacts the round of 16, the format and the rest of the bracket.

NYON, Switzerland — Draw made Friday for the knockout playoffs round in the Europa League: Feb. 13 Union Saint-Gilloise (Belgium) vs. Ajax (Netherlands) AZ Alkmaar (Netherlands) vs. Galatasaray (Turkey) Midtjylland (Denmark) vs. Real Sociedad (Spain)