Europa League qualifiers hit by fan violence and travel chaos

European League qualifying matches have been marked by violence and logistical chaos. In Zabrze, Poland, a group of masked hooligans attacked Ferencváros fans at a restaurant. The incident, which involved throwing objects and using tear gas, resulted in a Hungarian supporter suffering a broken tibia. Hungarian Foreign Minister Anita Orbán condemned the attack as ‘shocking and unacceptable.’

Separately, Lech Poznań faced significant travel difficulties while attempting to reach the Faroe Islands for their match against KÍ Klaksvík. Due to heavy fog at Vágar Airport, the team's flight was repeatedly delayed and eventually diverted to Bergen, Norway. While local organizers suggested a delayed kickoff time of 21:45, club officials reported ongoing uncertainty regarding their arrival and the match schedule.

Meanwhile, Górnik Zabrze prepares to host Ferencváros in their Europa League return leg, seeking to overturn a 1-0 deficit from the first match.