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Hajduk Split advances to Conference League play-off after crushing Žalgiris
Hajduk Split has advanced to the UEFA Conference League play-off round after defeating Lithuanian side Žalgiris with a dominant 4-0 victory at Poljud. This result follows a 5-2 away win in the first leg, resulting in a massive 9-2 aggregate score.
All four goals in the home leg were scored during the second half by Dario Melnjak, Adam Huram, Abdoulie Sanyang Bamba, and Michele Šego. The victory secures a significant financial injection for the club, with estimated earnings from qualifying rounds alone reaching approximately 525,000 euros.
Hajduk will now face Polish club Raków Częstochowa in the play-off round. The first leg is scheduled for August 20 at Poljud, with the return leg following on August 27. Coach Gonzalo Garcia noted that while the team showed dominance, they must remain focused on defensive organization and physical preparation for the upcoming challenge.
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FK Žalgiris · Gonzalo García · HNK Hajduk Split · Hajduk Split · Marko Livaja · NK Osijek · Poljud · Poljud Stadium · Raków Częstochowa · Split · Žalgiris · Žalgiris Vilnius
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Hajduk holds a 5-2 lead from the first leg against Žalgiris in the Conference League third qualifying round.
- [● 2 SOURCES] García believes Hajduk is better prepared for the high temperatures in Split due to their daily training conditions.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Hajduk coach Gonzalo García believes the team is excellent when playing at their maximum level.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Police have issued traffic regulations and parking warnings for the area around Poljud Stadium for the match.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Coach García plans to rotate the squad for the upcoming match to ensure players have fresh legs and minds.
- [DISPUTED] Roko Brajković is the only player unavailable for the upcoming match.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Stadium gates for the match at Poljud will open at 18:30.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Spectators must present a valid ticket and a photo ID to enter the stadium.