When’s the Europa League draw?

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The draw for the group stage of the Europa League takes place in Monaco on Friday, when both Manchester United and Southampton will learn their fates.

Here’s all you need to know about the draw – including when it will be made, who is involved and how you can follow it with Sky Sports…

When is the Europa League group stage draw?

The draw will take place at 12pm BST on Friday, August 26.

You will be able to follow all the action as it happens on Sky Sports News HQ or via our dedicated live blog on Sky Sports’ digital platforms.

Who is in the draw?

There will be 48 names in the hat – 16 teams start their European adventure in this round, while ten clubs have dropped into this phase having lost in the Champions League play-offs.

Meanwhile, 22 other sides made it through after winning their two-legged play-off ties which were completed on Thursday.

The Premier League has two participants, United, who won the FA Cup last season and Southampton, who finished sixth in the Premier League.

How is it seeded?

The 48 teams are divided into four seeding pots based on their club …

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