Europa League
The Europa League is a prestigious European football (soccer) competition that is organized by the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA). The competition was founded in 1971 and is the second-tier European club competition, behind the UEFA Champions League. The Europa League consists of teams that have qualified through their respective domestic leagues or cup competitions. The competition runs from September to May, and teams play in a group stage followed by knockout rounds until the final, which is typically held in May. The winner of the Europa League automatically qualifies for the following season's Champions League, and the competition is known for producing exciting matches and surprise upsets. Some of the most successful teams in the history of the competition include Sevilla, Juventus, Liverpool, and Atletico Madrid.