Ajax Amsterdam have booked their place in the Conference League, but Marc-Andre ter Stegen endured a night to forget in the decisive second-leg play-off against FC Sion - and the goalkeeper did not cover himself in glory, particularly for one of the goals conceded.
Rangers manager Derek McInnes admitted he was deeply "embarrassed" after the Scottish giants suffered a humiliating penalty shootout elimination against Czech underdogs Jablonec in the Conference League play-offs. The shock defeat compounded a miserable week for Scottish football following arch-rivals Celtic's Champions League qualifying collapse.
Rafael van der Vaart has launched a scathing attack on young Ajax defender Jorthy Mokio following their chaotic 5-3 victory over Sion in the Conference League. The former Dutch international claimed the youngster displays a concerning lack of pragmatism and believes he is better than his current level.
Fabian Hurzeler praised Brighton's professional approach after a commanding 4-0 second-leg victory over Tromso at the Amex Stadium sealed their place in the UEFA Conference League group phase. Charalampos Kostoulas, Maxim De Cuyper, Mats Wieffer, and Olivier Boscagli all struck as the Seagulls emphatically banished memories of a goalless first leg.
Brighton & Hove Albion manager Fabian Hurzeler conceded his side must step up their performance following a frustrating goalless draw away to Tromso in their UEFA Conference League play-off first leg. The Seagulls dominated possession in Norway but survived two clear breakaway chances as the tie remains finely poised ahead of the return clash.
Brighton & Hove Albion face a nervous second leg at the Amex Stadium after being held to a goalless draw by Tromso in the first leg of their UEFA Conference League play-off. Fabian Hurzeler's side dominated much of the contest in the Arctic Circle but were unable to find a way past a stubborn Norwegian defence.
FC Twente face FK Qarabag on Thursday evening in the first leg of the Conference League play-offs. John van den Brom has now announced the Tukkers' line-up.
Atalanta midfielder Ederson has finally spoken out regarding the collapse of his highly anticipated transfer to Manchester United. Despite a deal being agreed between the clubs, the move fell through at the final hurdle following a controversial medical assessment.
The 22-year-old forward has spoken for the first time following his high-profile transfer from Mamelodi Sundowns to Byens Hold. The South African international, who has signed a four-year deal in the Danish capital, is relishing the opportunity to test himself at the highest level of European football.
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