Chelsea finished first in the league phase and will play either Real Betis or FC Copenhagen in the last-16. Real Betis, who now have Manchester United forward Antony in their ranks, defeated Gent while FC Copenhagen came from behind to FC Heidenheim. The second legs of the Conference League play-off ties takes place on Thursday, 20 February.

Chelsea are clear favourites to win the Conference League, but could face a potentially tricky tie in the last-16 stage. The Blues made it six wins from six - the only team to boast a 100 per cent record in the league phase - with a goal difference of +21 as Enzo Maresca’s side made easy work of the third-tier European competition.

CHELSEA are a step closer to learning their Europa Conference League fate for the last 16. The Blues, who topped the league phase with a flawless showing, now know which two teams they could play