The four-time European Cup winner Ajax Amsterdam failed to advance to the Europa League round of 32 after drawing, 1-1, at home to Molde of Norway, as the nine remaining qualifying places for the knockout stage were decided.
With so many places still available in the 12 groups, 20 teams were in contention before kickoff.
Ajax’s draw handed the initiative back to Fenerbahce of Turkey, which went through in second — behind Molde — in Group A after drawing, 1-1, with Celtic.
The former European Cup winner Marseille fared better, withstanding a late comeback to win, 4-2, at Slovan Liberec to qualify in Group F.