Manchester United have been handed a tough draw in the Europa League last 32 knockout stage where they will face current Spanish league leader Real Sociedad.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side finished third in their Champions League group and dropped into the second tier competition after last week’s defeat by RB Leipzig.
The clash with Sociedad will see United come up against former Manchester City favorite David Silva, now back in his homeland where he has inspired Sociedad to their excellent start to the domestic season.
The draw also produced a clash between two former European champions with AC Milan facing Serbia’s Red Star Belgrade while French league leader Lille face Ajax Amsterdam in a fascinating tie.
Premier League struggler Arsenal also have a tough draw against Portugal’s Benfica but their local rival Tottenham Hotspur, who are top of the league, will be happier with their tie against Austrian club Wolfsberger.