The extremely prepared for Europa League semi-finals start tonight, including Tottenham Hotspur, Bodo/Glimt, Athletic Bilbao, and Manchester United contending for the distinguished prize.

Collectively, these 4 groups have a modest history in this competitors, having actually declared the title simply 3 times in overall, with just one of those success taking place in the 21st century. Both Athletic Bilbao and Bodo/Glimt are on a mission to protect their first-ever win in this prestigious competition, showcasing their decision and ability.

As we prepare for the semi-finals, we have actually put together a ranking of the 5 clubs with the most UEFA Cup/Europa League titles, highlighting their historic significance in the competitors.

Atletico Madrid’s Triumphs: Three Titles (2010, 2012, and 2018)

In the world of European football, Spanish groups have actually considerably affected the landscape of the Europa League, with a remarkable overall of 12 success considering that the year 2000. Among these successes, Atletico Madrid sticks out, having actually clinched the Europa League prize 3 times: in 2010, 2012, and 2018.

The Rojiblancos marked their very first success by beating Fulham in a grasping extra-time match, where Diego Forlan netted both objectives in a historic last that represented the competitors’s shift from the UEFA Cup to the Europa League. Just 2 years later on, Radamel Falcao made headings by scoring two times to lead Atletico past their Spanish competitors, Athletic Bilbao, in Bucharest. Falcao’s exceptional accomplishment of winning Europa League titles with various clubs started with this match, following his previous success with FC Porto.

@FALCAO was unplayable for @Atleti in the 2012 last #UEL pic.twitter.com/8lOSIcl4vF

— UEFA Europa League (@EuropaLeague) February 10, 2022

Atletico Madrid even more strengthened their tradition in 2018 by beating Marseille 3-0 in a dominant last efficiency, marking their 3rd Europa League title and showcasing their constant quality on the European phase.

Juventus’ Legacy: Three Titles (1977, 1990, and 1993)

Juventus, among Italy’s most storied football clubs, has actually thrived in the Europa League 3 times, although it has actually been over 3 years considering that their last champion. Their inaugural success in 1977 followed a remarkable two-legged last versus Athletic Bilbao, where in spite of a loss in the return leg, Juventus emerged triumphant based upon the away objectives guideline, showcasing their durability.

Fast forward to 1990, and the Bianconeri dealt with domestic competitors Fiorentina, winning the title with a 3-1 aggregate scoreline. In an emphatic display screen of football expertise, they controlled Borussia Dortmund in 1993, protecting an impressive 6-1 aggregate success, with Roberto Baggio and Dino Baggio contributing considerably by scoring 5 of the objectives integrated.

Inter Milan’s Success: Three Titles (1991, 1994, and 1998)

Inter Milan has likewise popular 3 Europa League success, attained throughout the peak of Serie A’s success in the 1990s. During this duration, Italian clubs controlled European competitors, with Serie A groups clinching 6 out of 7 titles in between 1989 and 1995. Inter’s initially accomplishment can be found in 1991 when they bested Roma, followed by a triumph over Austria Salzburg in 1994.

In 1998, a memorable last saw a Ronaldo Nazario-led Inter Milan defeat Lazio 3-0 at the Parc des Princes, marking the very first time the last was held as a single match, more engraving their name in the record of football history.

Ronaldo vs Lazio, 1998 UEFA Cup last #ThrowbackThursday | @Inter pic.twitter.com/mMrpb44cVr

— UEFA Europa League (@EuropaLeague) January 9, 2020

Liverpool’s European Glory: Three Titles (1973, 1976, and 2001)

Liverpool, another powerhouse in European football, has actually commemorated 3 UEFA Cup/Europa League titles for many years. Their journey started in 1973 when they clinched the prize in the 2nd edition of the competition, directly getting rid of Borussia Monchengladbach. Kevin Keegan played a critical function, scoring two times in the very first leg, which set the phase for a tense 2nd leg where Liverpool needed to endure a 2-0 defeat to protect their very first title.

In 1976, the Merseysiders showed their perseverance once again, fighting back from a 2-0 deficit versus Club Brugge to win 4-3 on aggregate. Remarkably, Liverpool would go on to deal with both of these clubs once again in European Cup finals, attaining success in 1977 and 1978, respectively, to declare back-to-back European crowns.

#OnThisDay in 2001, a nine-goal thriller at the Westfalenstadion to win the UEFA Cup pic.twitter.com/deLW64RHtK

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 16, 2024

The Reds’ 3rd Europa League success came throughout the 2000/01 season, under the management of Gerard Houllier, when they attained an unbelievable treble, winning the UEFA Cup, FA Cup, and League Cup. In a thrilling last versus Deportivo Alaves, Liverpool emerged triumphant 5-4, with the match ending drastically in additional time due to an own objective from Delfi Geli, marking a remarkable minute in their storied history.

Sevilla’s Unmatched Dominance: Seven Titles (2006, 2007, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020, and 2023)

Sevilla has actually developed itself as the most effective club in the history of the Europa League, boasting an unbelievable 7 titles to their name. The Andalusian side declared their very first prize in 2006, decisively beating Middlesbrough 4-0 in the last. They continued their success by protecting their title in 2007, getting rid of Espanyol in a remarkable charge shootout, showcasing their durability and ability.

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Happy Valentine’s Day @EuropaLeague pic.twitter.com/yagk5eNgmr

— Sevilla FC (@SevillaFC_ENG) February 14, 2025

Sevilla attained an amazing three-peat of Europa League titles in between 2014 and 2016, a task unequaled by any other club. They even more extended their record by declaring extra titles in 2020 and 2023, strengthening their status as the most dominant force in the competitors’s history.

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