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A typical Thursday packed with Conference League action, as the second round kicks off with an impressive 18 matches in the new full-group format. Leading the way is Fiorentina, the only Italian club participating in the 2024-2025 edition. Raffaele Palladino’s squad travels to Cyprus to face APOEL Nicosia, aiming for a third victory in as many games. It’s a magical moment for the Viola, who are currently third in Serie A and in excellent form.
Chelsea will host Armenia’s Noah at Stamford Bridge, a historic debut for the Armenian club on such a stage. Coach Enzo Maresca aims to guide Chelsea through to the end and keep pace with their rivals. Among the day’s most intriguing clashes is Copenhagen-Basaksehir, with both teams looking for their first Conference League win of the season. Legia Warsaw appears to have a relatively straightforward matchup against Belarus’ Dinamo Minsk, while Guimaraes seeks to extend their winning streak to three in a home game against Mlada Boleslav, who are yet to score in the competition.
Real Betis also has a prime opportunity for their first victory, facing Slovenia’s Celje at the Benito Villamarin. Lugano and Jagiellonia aim to keep surprising, as they face Serbia’s TSC and Norway’s Molde, respectively. Meanwhile, Hearts face a tougher challenge against Heidenheim, a bright spot in the German league last season. The New Saints vs. Shamrock Rovers promises goals and excitement.
