Top Teams & Players to Watch in UEFA Europa League 2025

The UEFA Europa League 2025 is now more competitive than ever before, including a league phase of 36 teams guaranteeing several blockbuster ties right from the start. As Europe's second-tier club tournament, the Europa League is known for its drama, incredible rising stars, and unforgettable displays of performance. For fans hoping to keep up with the UEFA Europa League players to watch, this annual breakdown highlights the best teams, star footballers, and young players we expect will headline this year. For Pakistani viewers, the full competition will be conducted live on tapmad.

Top Teams to Watch

Manchester United (England) 

As one of the biggest brands in world football, United are touted as this year's Europa League winners not only because of difficulties in the Premier League this season, but because they see the value of winning both silverware and a route to the Champions League. The depth of squad, experience, and European pedigree make them a very dangerous team in this competition. 

AC Milan (Italy) 

Seven-time winners of the European Cup/Champions League, AC Milan bring significant history and talent to the competition. They have flair in attack, strength in depth, and can defend well. They will likely go deep into this tournament. 

Bayer Leverkusen (Germany) 

The reigning Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen continue to capture the attention of fans domestically and in Europe under the leadership of Xabi Alonso. Leverkusen are fluid in their attacking play, have a young squad languishing in a drunken stupor, making them one of the more exciting teams in the Europa League this time! 

Roma (Italy) 

Roma most recently won the UEFA Conference League. Under the wily José Mourinho Roma have enjoyed success in continental tournaments. They have solidity, organisation, and strong players in both midfield and defense - difficult to beat! 

The 'also-rans' 

In a long list of debutants, we find Crystal Palace (England), and Union Saint-Gilloise (Belgium) making their first UEFA tournament appearances. It is always refreshing to see new clubs add something to the competition outside of traditional stories of underdog clubs winning, which always seems to happen in the Europa League, with giant-killing always occurring. 

Star Footballers to Watch

Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)

Fernandes is the captain and overall playmaker for United, and when the lights shine brightest on European nights, the Portuguese playmaker has a tendency to shine even brighter. Fernandes's passing and ability to score goals make him one of the most must-watch UEFA Europa League players of 2025. 

Rafael Leão (AC Milan)

A winger with pace, power, and plenty of exciting flair, Leão is capable of changing games all by himself. Expect Leão to be a fundamental part of Milan's aspirations this season.

Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)

At just 22, Wirtz has already become one of Europe’s most sought-after midfielders. His vision and composure in the final third will be key to Leverkusen’s chances.

Paulo Dybala (Roma)

The Argentine forward provides creativity and goals for Roma. His experience in European competitions makes him a difference-maker.

Top Scorers to Keep an Eye On

The Europa League’s unpredictable nature often throws up surprising top scorers.

• Victor Boniface (Bayer Leverkusen) – A proven striker in European competitions.
   
• Tammy Abraham (Roma) – Physical, clinical, and made for knockout football.
   
• Marcus Rashford (Manchester United) – If deployed in the Europa League, his pace and finishing could see him among the top goal-getters.

Broadcast & Streaming Info

The Europa League 2025 enjoys wide global coverage:

• UK & Ireland: TNT Sports / Discovery+
   
• USA: CBS Sports & Paramount+
   
• MENA: beIN SPORTS
   
• India: Sony Sports Network / JioCinema
   
• Pakistan: tapmad is the platform to watch the Europa League live, covering every game from the league phase to the final.

Conclusion

The UEFA Europa League players to watch in 2025 include world-class talents as well as rising stars, including Bruno Fernandes at Manchester United and Florian Wirtz at Bayer Leverkusen. UEFA’s Europa League this season arrives at a new 36-team format, with fixtures that look unpredictable. This season’s Europa League will be especially memorable in terms of exciting football. For any fans in Pakistan, tapmad can assure you will not miss a second of the most unpredictable and entertaining tournament in Europe.