UEFA draw mix-up puts Kauno Zalgiris in Conference League play‑off

During the UEFA Conference League play‑off draw, the large screen displayed the name of Kauno Zalgiris, the Lithuanian champions, instead of Zalgiris Vilnius. Kauno Zalgiris had already been placed in the UEFA Champions League preliminary round, where it will meet Dinamo Zagreb, while Zalgiris Vilnius remains in the Conference League draw against Hajduk Split. The error sparked criticism on social media, with many calling the two clubs’ similar names a source of confusion.

In Romania, Universitatea Craiova, fresh from a 4‑0 league win over Petrolul Ploiești, is preparing for its UEFA Europa League preliminary third‑round tie against Finnish side KuPS in Kuopio. Supporters warned the team not to underestimate the opponent and to stay focused for the upcoming European match.