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Eight teams compete for final spots in Europa League and Conference League semi-finals. Aston Villa, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and Shakhtar Donetsk must overturn first-leg deficits to advance.
Crystal Palace defeated Shakhtar Donetsk 2-1 at Selhurst Park to advance to the UEFA Conference League final, where they will face Rayo Vallecano in Leipzig on May 27.
The 2026 UEFA Conference League final between Crystal Palace and Rayo Vallecano is set for May 27 at Leipzig's Red Bull Arena. Kickoff is at 22:00 Moscow time, with Okko providing live coverage.
Aston Villa produced a dominant 4-0 second-leg victory over Nottingham Forest, winning 4-1 on aggregate to book their place in the Europa League final in Istanbul.
Freiburg and Aston Villa secured their spots in the 2025/2026 Europa League final after winning their semi-final second legs on May 7. The final will be held in Istanbul on May 20.
Crystal Palace and Rayo Vallecano advanced to the Europa Conference League final after their semifinal victories on May 7. The final will be held in Leipzig on May 27.
Aston Villa secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in the second leg of their Europa League semi-final, overturning a first-leg deficit to book their place in the final against Freiburg.
Aston Villa cruised to a 4-0 win against Nottingham Forest, booking their place in the Europa League final. Belgian stars Youri Tielemans and Amadou Onana will feature in the showpiece event.
Spanish side Rayo Vallecano defeated Strasbourg 1-0 in the second leg of their Conference League semifinal, advancing 2-0 on aggregate to reach the tournament final.
Crystal Palace defeated Shakhtar Donetsk 2-1 in the second leg, advancing 5-2 on aggregate to the Conference League final. Players highlighted squad depth challenges and the confidence from their FA Cup victory.
SC Freiburg reaches its first-ever European final, defeating Braga 3-1 in the Europa League semi-final second leg after a crucial early red card for the visitors.
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Crystal Palace advances to the UEFA Conference League final following a semi-final win against Shakhtar Donetsk, setting up a major European showdown for the club.
Aston Villa secured a convincing 4-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at Villa Park, booking their place in the Europa League final in Istanbul. Manager Unai Emery continues his remarkable record in the competition.
Crystal Palace advanced to the 2025/2026 UEFA Conference League final after defeating Shakhtar Donetsk 5-2 on aggregate. A 2-1 home victory at Selhurst Park sealed their progression.
Aston Villa, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and Shakhtar Donetsk must overturn first-leg deficits to reach the Europa League and Conference League finals. A preview of Thursday's decisive second-leg matches.
Aston Villa overcomes a first-leg deficit to lead Nottingham Forest 4-0 in the return match, with John McGinn scoring twice. Belgian internationals Youri Tielemans and Amadou Onana are key figures as the club eyes a European final.
Aston Villa take a commanding 4-0 lead against Nottingham Forest in their Europa League semi-final, putting them on the brink of reaching the final. Follow live updates and score.
Aston Villa, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and Shakhtar Donetsk must overturn first-leg deficits in Thursday's Europa League and Conference League semi-final second legs. Follow all the action live.
Aston Villa takes a commanding 2-0 lead over Nottingham Forest in the Europa League semi-final, putting them on the verge of the final. Belgian stars Tielemans and Onana feature in the match.