# Hajduk Split advances to Conference League league phase > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/croatian-clubs-european-campaign > Updated: 2026-08-28T11:07:30.000Z. Sources: 108. Developments: 10. Hajduk Split has advanced to the UEFA Conference League league phase following the conclusion of the play-off round. After a 2-2 draw in the first leg, Hajduk Split secured progression by defeating Raków Częstochowa 3-2 in the second leg. In the decisive match, Azerbaijani international Mahir Emreli scored an 88th-minute goal for Raków to bring the score to 2-2 during regulation time. However, Raków was unable to find a late equalizer, resulting in their elimination. Emreli received a yellow card for celebrating the goal with supporters during the encounter, which was officiated by Azerbaijani referee Aliyar Aghayev. This qualification marks a significant milestone for the Split-based club, ending a 16-year absence from the competition. Club president Ivan Bilić stated that the achievement provides a significant financial boost, with expected revenues exceeding the 3.87 million euros guaranteed by UEFA due to additional income from home matches, such as the high-profile fixture against Ajax. To remain competitive following the departures of players Rokas Pukštas and Niko Sigur, the club plans to finalize several transfers within the coming week. Bilić expressed full support for coach Gonzalo Garcia, emphasizing a goal of consistent player production and title contention. Following the draw, Hajduk Split’s opponents for the league phase have been determined. The club is scheduled to host Ajax, Sint-Truiden, and Nordsjaelland at Poljud, while traveling to face Midtjylland, Lincoln Red Imps, and Thun. Dutch media have noted that Ajax faces a demanding path, characterizing Hajduk Split as one of the more difficult opponents from the fifth pot. The league phase is set to run from October 15, 2026, to December 17, 2026. ## Claims - Tryggvi Haraldsson equalised in the 44th minute and scored again in stoppage time for Valur. (disputed by 7 sources) - Hajduk Split goalkeeper Ivica Ivušić suffered a hand injury and missed the match against Žalgiris. (disputed by 2 sources) - Roko Brajković is the only player unavailable for the upcoming match. (disputed) - Pafos FC defeated Hajduk Split 4‑0 after extra time in the second qualifying round of the 2026‑27 UEFA Europa League. (corroborated by 8 sources) - The second‑leg match was played in Limassol, Cyprus. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Zrinjski lost 3‑2 on aggregate after a 2‑2 draw with Valur. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Valur will face Danish side Nordsjælland in the third qualifying round. (corroborated by 8 sources) - The aggregate score over the two legs was 4‑2 in favour of Pafos. (corroborated by 7 sources) - Zrinjski lost 2‑2 at home to Valur in the second‑leg of the Conference League qualifiers. (corroborated by 7 sources) - Nemanja Bilbija scored a penalty in the 10th minute for Zrinjski. (corroborated by 7 sources) - Matej Šakota scored in the 75th minute to equalise for Zrinjski. (corroborated by 7 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-28: Atletico Madrid and Hajduk Split face key football developments Atletico Madrid faces uncertainty over Julian Alvarez's future amid transfer interest, while Hajduk Split celebrates qualifying for the Conference League, boosting club finances. 17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hajduk-split-draws-conference-league-opponents-including-ajax ### 2026-08-27: UEFA Conference League: Rakuv eliminated after loss to Hajduk Rakuv has been eliminated from the UEFA Conference League after a 2-3 loss to Hajduk, despite a late goal from Azerbaijani striker Mahir Emreli. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uefa-conference-league-rakuv-eliminated-after-loss-to-hajduk ### 2026-08-20: Hajduk Split and Raków Częstochowa draw 2-2 in Conference League play-off Hajduk Split and Raków Częstochowa drew 2-2 in the UEFA Conference League play-off first leg. A late 95th-minute goal by Lamine Diaby-Fadiga secured the draw after Hajduk played with ten men. 30 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rakw-czstochowa-battles-hajduk-split-in-conference-league-qualifier ### 2026-08-12: Hajduk Split advances to Conference League play-off after crushing Žalgiris Hajduk Split secured a place in the UEFA Conference League play-offs after a 4-0 home win against Žalgiris, winning 9-2 on aggregate. They will next face Poland's Raków Częstochowa. 37 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hajduk-split-prepares-for-conference-league-return-leg-against-algiris ### 2026-08-06: Hajduk Split secures 5-2 Conference League win over Žalgiris Hajduk Split secured a dominant 5-2 away victory against Žalgiris in the Conference League qualifiers, ending a six-year European away win drought. 17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hajduk-clinches-decisive-5-2-win-over-algiris-in-vilnius ### 2026-08-04: Hajduk Split defeats Žalgiris 5‑2 in Conference League qualifier Hajduk Split beat Žalgiris 5‑2 in Vilnius, earning €525,000, improving Croatia’s UEFA coefficient, while missing goalkeeper Ivušić and a fan clash marked the match. 31 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dinamo-zagreb-defeats-kauno-algiris-5-0-in-champions-league-qualifying-round ### 2026-07-28: Croatian clubs brace for decisive second-leg Europa ties Varaždin and Rijeka coaches warn their teams to stay focused and improve before crucial second‑leg Europa ties, each holding a 1‑0 lead. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/croatian-clubs-brace-for-decisive-second-leg-europa-ties ### 2026-07-27: Croatian clubs clinch three European wins, Dinamo draws in latest round Croatian clubs Hajduk, Rijeka and Varaždin won; Dinamo drew with Thun, marking first triple victory since 2014 and boosting their European qualifying hopes. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/croatian-clubs-clinch-three-european-wins-dinamo-draws-in-latest-round ### 2026-07-25: Croatian clubs notch rare trio of European victories, including Arsenić's last‑minute goal Zoran Arsenić's 96th‑minute goal gave Legia Warsaw a 1‑0 win in Poland, while Hajduk, Rijeka and Varaždin each secured European victories, a rare triple for Croatian clubs. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/croatian-clubs-notch-rare-trio-of-european-victories-including-arsenis-lastminute-goal ### 2026-07-23: Croatian clubs post wins and draw in European matches, prepare for return legs Croatian clubs record three wins and a draw in European fixtures, set for second‑leg ties, while goalkeeper Livaković eyes a return to Dinamo. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/croatian-clubs-post-wins-and-draw-in-european-matches-prepare-for-return-legs --- Cite as: Hajduk Split advances to Conference League league phase. 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