Górnik Zabrze prepares for Europa League qualifier against Ferencvaros in Budapest

Polish side Górnik Zabrze will face Hungarian champions Ferencvaros in the first leg of the Europa League qualifying third round on 5 August 2026, 20:15 local time in Budapest. After being eliminated from the Champions League qualifiers, the Polish vice‑champions are aiming to advance toward the group stage, with a potential €4.3 million prize for a win and a further €14.3 million if they reach the Champions League. Coach Michal Gasparik described Ferencvaros as a “hard opponent” and expects a balanced match. The club has also bolstered its squad with the loan signing of Portuguese midfielder Paulo Bernardo from Celtic Glasgow, who is eligible to play in the tie. Betting operator Superbet is running a promotion offering a 350 zł bonus for new users who correctly predict Górnik to score at least one goal. The match carries significant financial stakes for Górnik, while Ferencvaros seeks to continue its strong European record.