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Crvena zvezda eliminated from Europa League after loss to Viktoria Plzeň
Crvena zvezda has been eliminated from the Europa League qualifiers following a 5-1 defeat against Viktoria Plzeň in the second leg. Despite winning the first match 3-0, the team suffered a significant reversal in the return fixture.
Crvena zvezda coach Albert Rijera issued an apology to the club and fans, taking responsibility for the team's performance while describing the match as a ‘horror film’ due to officiating. The match, officiated by Dani Makeli, was marked by three penalties awarded to Viktoria Plzeň and a red card for Osman Bukari. Rijera criticized the decisions, particularly a late penalty involving the opposing goalkeeper, and called on UEFA to review the officiating.
Following this elimination, Crvena zvezda will compete in the Conference League. Amidst the squad changes, reports indicate that striker Jay Enem is set to transfer to Italy's Bologna for a fee of approximately four million euros.
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Albert Riera · Albert Rijera · Crvena Zvezda · Dani Makeli · Osman Bukari · Radoslav Kováč · UEFA · Viktoria Plzeň
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Crvena zvezda coach Albert Rijera criticized the officiating after the team's elimination.
- [DISPUTED] Crvena zvezda was eliminated from Europa League qualifiers and will compete in the Conference League.
- [● 2 SOURCES] A red card was issued to a Crvena zvezda player during the second leg.
- [DISPUTED] Crvena zvezda won the first leg 3-0.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Viktoria Plzen defeated Crvena zvezda 5-1 in the second leg.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Three penalties were awarded against Crvena zvezda during the match.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Viktoria Plzen replaced coach Martin Hyský with Radoslav Kováč.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] New Viktoria Plzen coach Radoslav Kováč believes the team can overcome the three-goal deficit.