The level of the Europa League has increased a lot after the teams from the Champions League have come here. It has got close to the Champions League I mean. There are really powerful teams in this round already. The number of favourites for the Europa League title has also increased quite much.
For now just as they are my favourite, Arsenal are the biggest title contender according to bookmakers. Barcelona and Manchester United follow respectively. I'd like to see Barcelona eliminating the Red Devils. And a finale like Arsenal - Barcelona would be amazing.
Of course the arrival of several big clubs to the European League after they failed miserably in the Champions League will make the competition even more interesting. Big clubs will meet even in the playoffs between Barcelona and Manchester United will make the league more colorful. Previously we knew that some people thought the Europa League was unattractive, but there is something different this season where the joining of big clubs has attracted many people to see the competition in this Europa League.
To be honest, I regret that the meeting between Barcelona and Manchester United took place in this round, because I think it would be more interesting if they met at a higher stage.