Despite reach the inaugural final of UEFA's secondary club competition, which was then imaginatively known as the UEFA Cup, there was a sense of disappointment hanging over the Tottenham Hotspur squad.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes scored a hat trick in a 4-1 win over 10-man Real Sociedad, and Tottenham overcame AZ Alkmaar 3-1 as both Premier League clubs advanced to the Europa League quarterfinals.

The final phase of the UEFA Europa League has taken shape, with top European clubs set to battle for the prestigious trophy.The knockout bracket, revealed in the latest draw, features heavyweight clashes and potential surprises as teams vie for a spot in the final.