Andorran Clubs Santa Coloma and Atlètic d'Escaldes Kick Off UEFA Conference League Ties
Two Andorran teams begin second qualifying round first legs today. Santa Coloma faces a tough Rapid Vienna at home, while Atlètic d'Escaldes travels coachless to Vaduz in Liechtenstein.
Key Points
- FC Santa Coloma hosts Rapid Vienna at Estadi Nacional (19:00) after 4-0 aggregate win over Penybont.
- Coach Víctor Vázquez calls Austrians 'more demanding' but vows fearless play.
- Atlètic d'Escaldes faces Vaduz in Liechtenstein (19:30) without head coach Xavi Andrés.
- Both Andorran teams advanced from first qualifying round; return legs next week.
Andorran football clubs FC Santa Coloma and Atlètic Club d'Escaldes compete in the first legs of the UEFA Conference League second qualifying round today.
FC Santa Coloma hosts Rapid Vienna at the Estadi Nacional at 19:00. The Andorrans advanced with a 4-0 aggregate win over Penybont in the previous round. Coach Víctor Vázquez described the Austrian side as "much more demanding," citing their interior quality and speed. He acknowledged Santa Coloma's inferiority but stressed a fearless approach with respect for the opponent. Vázquez said the team would stick to its playing style and aim to take the game to Rapid Vienna.
Atlètic Club d'Escaldes travels to Liechtenstein for a 19:30 kick-off against Vaduz at the Rheinpark Stadion. The visitors progressed after knocking out Montenegro's FK Mornar Bar. They arrived without a head coach after Xavi Andrés departed for a Saudi Pro League project following just over 20 days in charge. Andrés had previously assisted at Al-Ittihad. The club's staff will lead the team for the match.
Both sides impressed by advancing from the first qualifying round, a positive sign for Andorran clubs in Europe this season. Return legs are set for next week.
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