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The Europa League meeting between BSC Young Boys and ŠK Slovan Bratislava sets the stage for a fascinating clash between two clubs heading into the fixture with very different narratives. Young Boys, reigning champions of Switzerland, have endured a shaky start to their domestic season, hovering mid-table after several uneven performances. Their 4-1 loss to Basel last week highlighted gaps …

Ludogorets Razgrad return to the Huvepharma Arena determined to overturn a narrow 2-1 first-leg loss against Shkendija Tetovo in their Europa League playoff tie. In Skopje, the Bulgarian champions struck first through Deroy Duarte, but they were undone by Liridon Latifi’s free-kick and a second-half winner from Besart Ibraimi. Despite the defeat, Ludogorets dominated large portions of the game, enjoying …

Samsunspor’s long-awaited return to European football has ignited excitement across Turkey’s Black Sea coast. Backed by passionate home support at the Samsun Yeni 19 Mayıs Stadium, the club hopes to make their mark on the continental stage. Their opponents, Greek powerhouse Panathinaikos, arrive with renewed determination following a disappointing Champions League exit. With both sides hungry to progress, this clash …

The Europa League Qualification continues on Thursday, 21 August 2025, with Panathinaikos welcoming Turkish side Samsunspor to the iconic Spyros Louis (OAKA) Stadium in Athens. Kickoff is scheduled for 19:00 local time, and this marks the first-ever European meeting between the two clubs. With Panathinaikos aiming to extend their European pedigree and Samsunspor eager to make a breakthrough on the …

The Europa League Qualification continues on Thursday, 21 August 2025, as Maccabi Tel Aviv face Dynamo Kyiv at the TSC Arena. Kick-off is set for 19:00 local time in what promises to be one of the standout ties of the round. Both clubs bring a long tradition of European football, and with the revamped Europa League format raising the stakes, …

The Europa League Qualification enters a decisive stage as Slovan Bratislava host BSC Young Boys on Thursday, 21 August 2025, with kickoff at 19:15 local time. The game takes place at the Tehelné pole stadium, where both teams will fight for a place in the competition’s new league phase. With one side boasting home advantage and the other carrying superior …

Shakhtar Donetsk travel to the Greek capital in buoyant spirits under new head coach Arda Turan, who has swiftly instilled a disciplined and combative edge to the squad. The Ukrainian champions began their domestic season with a narrow but assured 1-0 victory over Epicentr, a performance that underlined their defensive organisation and tactical structure. However, they will be without striker …

Braga head into the second leg of their Europa League third qualifying round clash with a narrow 2-1 advantage over CFR Cluj, earned in a hard-fought victory in Romania. Managed by Artur Jorge, the Portuguese side showcased resilience in the first leg and will now look to make their home advantage at the Estádio Municipal de Braga count. Their European …