UEFA Confrence League
The UEFA Conference League breathes new life into European football by offering a golden platform to clubs that narrowly miss out on the Champions League or Europa League. It’s a tournament that not only showcases rising stars but also expands the horizons of European competition. Here, lesser-known teams shine bright, bringing with them a passion and hunger that rivals the giants of the sport.
Tuesday 12th August
Third qualifying round · Leg 2 of 2
| Home | Aggregate | Away | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
 Shelbourne | 2 – 1 |  Rijeka | 11:45 pm |
Thursday 14th August
Third qualifying round · Leg 2 of 2
| Home | Aggregate | Away | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
 KuPS | 3 – 1 |  RFS | 8:00 pm |
 Midtjylland | 1 – 1 |  Fredrikstad | 9:00 pm |
 Noah | 0 – 0 |  Lincoln Red Imps | 10:00 pm |
 Wolfsberg | 2 – 0 |  PAOK B | 10:00 pm |
| Brann | 1 – 1 |  Häcken | 10:00 pm |
 Breiðablik | 2 – 3 |  Zrinjski | 10:30 pm |
 Drita | 3 – 1 |  FCSB | 11:00 pm |
 Utrecht | 0 – 0 |  Servette | 11:00 pm |
 Shakhtar Donetsk | 2 – 1 | Panathinaikos | 11:00 pm |
 M. Tel-Aviv | 2 – 1 |  Hamrun | 11:00 pm |
 Braga | 1 – 4 | CFR Cluj | 11:30 pm |
Friday 15th August
Third qualifying round · Leg 2 of 2
| Home | Aggregate | Away | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
 Legia Warszawa | — |  AEK Larnaca | 12:00 am |
UEFA Conference League Play‑Off Round Draw – 2025/26
Draw held on Monday, 4 August at the House of European Football, Nyon, Switzerland
| Path | Fixture |
|---|---|
| Champions Path | Hamrun Spartans / Maccabi Tel‑Aviv vs KuPS Kuopio / FC RFS |
| Champions Path | Rijeka / Shelbourne vs Víkingur Reyk. / Linfield |
| Champions Path | Zrinjski / Breiðablik vs Milsami Orhei / Virtus A.C. 1964 |
| Champions Path | FCSB / Drita vs Differdange 03 / Levadia Tallinn |
| Champions Path | Olimpija Ljubljana / Egnatia vs Lincoln Red Imps / FC Noah |
| Main Path | Strasbourg vs Víkingur Reykjavík / Brøndby |
| Main Path | Silkeborg / Jagiellonia vs Hajduk Split / Dinamo City |
| Main Path | Panathinaikos / Shakhtar vs Servette / Utrecht |
| Main Path | Anderlecht / Sheriff vs AEK Limassol / Aris Limassol |
| Main Path | Viking FK / İstanbul Başakşehir vs Craiova / Spartak Trnava |
| Main Path | Crystal Palace vs Fredrikstad / Midtjylland |
| Main Path | Lugano / Celje vs Baník Ostrava / Austria Wien |
| Main Path | Raków Częstochowa / Maccabi Haifa vs Kauno Žalgiris / Arda Kardzhali |
| Main Path | Partizan / Hibernian vs AEK Larnaca / Legia Warszawa |
| Main Path | Levski Sofia / Sabah vs AZ Alkmaar / Vaduz |
| Main Path | Polissya / Paksi vs Fiorentina |
| Main Path | AIK Stockholm / Győr vs Rapid / Dundee United |
| Main Path | KÍ Klaksvík / Neman Grodno vs Rayo Vallecano |
| Main Path | Lausanne‑Sport / Astana vs St. Patrick’s / Beşiktaş |
| Main Path | Larne / Santa Clara vs Ballkani / Shamrock Rovers |
| Main Path | Rosenborg / Hammarby vs Mainz |
| Main Path | Sparta Prague / Ararat‑Armenia vs Riga / Beitar Jerusalem |
| Main Path | Häcken / Brann vs CFR Cluj / Braga |
| Main Path | PAOK / Wolfsberger vs Omonoia / Araz‑Naxçıvan |
Match Dates & Format
The draw ceremony took place on 4 August 2025 at 14:00 CET in Nyon, identifying 48 teams for the play-off round. The ties will be played over two legs on 21 and 28 August to decide group stage qualification :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.
Competition Format Overview
The play-off round features teams from the Champions Path and Main Path. A total of 24 winners will join the league phase: 12 from this round and 12 from Europa League eliminations :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}.
After group stage completion, the competition proceeds with knockout play-offs in February and March 2026 and culminates in the final on 27 May 2026, hosted at Red Bull Arena in Leipzig :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}.
HighLights
— Official highlights via UEFA Conference League YouTube channel
Top 5 Star Players – UEFA Europa Conference League 2025/26
1. Benjamin Šeško (RB Salzburg)
Slovenian striker Benjamin Šeško has become a key figure for RB Salzburg. With his sharp movement and aerial power, he’s expected to dominate the Conference League’s attack chart.
2. Arda Güler (Fenerbahçe)
The Turkish sensation, Güler, plays as an attacking midfielder. With creative playmaking and exceptional ball control, he’s the midfield engine of Fenerbahçe.
3. Noah Okafor (AC Milan)
Swiss forward Noah Okafor joined AC Milan and is expected to shine in the Conference League with pace, dribbling, and finishing that troubles defenders.
4. Rasmus Højlund (Manchester United)
The Danish striker is one of the most promising talents in Europe. With clinical finishing and smart runs, Højlund is a nightmare for defenders.
5. Jesper Lindstrøm (Napoli)
The Danish winger is known for his explosive pace and goal contributions. Napoli sees him as a game-changer in tight Conference League fixtures.
UEFA Qualifying Highlights – 2025/26 Season
Shkëndija Make History
KF Shkëndija from North Macedonia have made history in the 2025/26 season by qualifying for the league phase of a UEFA club competition for the first time. Their 3-1 aggregate victory over Romania’s FCSB guarantees them at least a place in the UEFA Conference League.
After a 2-1 second-leg win in Bucharest, they matched the best-ever Champions League qualifying run by a North Macedonian club. They now face Qarabağ in the third qualifying round.
Pafos Flying the Flag for Cyprus
Pafos FC continue their debut UEFA Champions League qualifying campaign with a 2-1 aggregate win over Maccabi Tel Aviv. Last season, they impressed in the UEFA Conference League, reaching the round of 16.
This season offers them a higher stage, as they prepare to meet Dynamo Kyiv in the third qualifying round.
Shkëndija Hace Historia
El KF Shkëndija de Macedonia del Norte ha hecho historia en la temporada 2025/26 al clasificarse por primera vez para la fase de liga de una competición de clubes de la UEFA. Su victoria global por 3-1 sobre el FCSB de Rumanía les asegura al menos un lugar en la UEFA Conference League.
Tras ganar 2-1 en el partido de vuelta en Bucarest, igualaron la mejor actuación de un club macedonio en la era de clasificación de la Champions League. Ahora se enfrentarán al Qarabağ en la tercera ronda de clasificación.
Pafos Representa a Chipre
El Pafos FC continúa su campaña de debut en la clasificación para la UEFA Champions League con una victoria global por 2-1 sobre el Maccabi Tel Aviv. La temporada pasada brillaron en la UEFA Conference League, llegando a los octavos de final.
Esta temporada les ofrece un escenario más alto, ya que se preparan para enfrentarse al Dynamo Kyiv en la tercera ronda de clasificación.
SCOTTISH LEAGUE
Final Score – Sun, 27 July
St. Mirren 2
vs
Ayr 1
Second Round
St. Mirren 2
vs
Ayr 1
Fri, 15 August
Celtic vs Falkirk
11:45 PMSat, 16 August
Partick Thistle vs Ayr
7:00 PM Greenock Morton vs Aberdeen
7:00 PM St. Johnstone vs Motherwell
7:00 PM St. Mirren vs Hearts
7:00 PM Rangers vs Alloa Athletic
9:45 PMSun, 17 August
Livingston vs Hibernian
7:00 PM Kilmarnock vs Dundee United
7:00 PMOverview of the Scottish Premiership
The Scottish Premiership is the top professional football league in Scotland. It is part of the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) and was formed in 2013 after a merger between the SPL and the Scottish Football League.
Format of the League
The league consists of 12 teams. Each team plays 38 matches per season: three matches against every other team and a post-split phase where the league divides into top six and bottom six. The team with the most points after all matches becomes the champion.
Top Clubs
The most successful and popular clubs in the Scottish Premiership are Celtic FC and Rangers FC. These two teams form the “Old Firm” rivalry, one of the most intense in world football.
Promotion and Relegation
The team finishing 12th is automatically relegated to the Scottish Championship. The 11th team enters a playoff with teams from the Championship for a place in the Premiership.
European Qualification
The top teams in the Premiership qualify for European competitions such as the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, and UEFA Europa Conference League, depending on their league position.
Key Players
Over the years, the league has seen famous players like Henrik Larsson, Alfredo Morelos, and James Tavernier. The league is known for nurturing talent and offering young players competitive opportunities.
TV Rights and Broadcasting
Sky Sports is the primary broadcaster of the Scottish Premiership in the UK. The league’s international presence is also growing through digital platforms.
Fan Culture
Scottish football fans are passionate and loyal. Stadiums like Celtic Park and Ibrox are known for their intense matchday atmospheres.
Top Players of the Scottish Premiership
Callum McGregor
Team: Celtic FC
James Tavernier
Team: Rangers FC
Lawrence Shankland
Team: Heart of Midlothian
Matt O’Riley
Team: Celtic FC
Kevin van Veen
Team: Motherwell FC
Kevin van Veen – Star Striker Making Waves in European Football
Kevin van Veen is a Dutch professional footballer who has become a standout striker in the Scottish Premiership, particularly noted for his time with Motherwell FC. Known for his strength, intelligent positioning, and lethal finishing, van Veen quickly became a fan favorite, scoring crucial goals in league matches and helping elevate the club’s standing. With a unique playing style that combines physicality with finesse, he has often been compared to top European forwards. His remarkable goal-scoring record during the 2022–2023 season, where he netted over 20 goals, caught the attention of football enthusiasts across Europe. Van Veen’s dedication, leadership on the pitch, and ability to perform in high-pressure situations make him one of the most valuable assets in the Scottish league. Beyond his talent, he’s admired for his professionalism, work ethic, and connection with the fans — making him a complete package in modern football.