Conference League play-off round concludes with dramatic second-leg results

The UEFA Conference League play-off round concluded on August 27, 2026, determining the final participants for the competition's League Phase. Following the first-leg matches, teams competed across Europe for a spot in the group stage. Notable results included Panathinaikos securing a 2-1 victory after extra time against Hradec Kralove, while PAOK suffered a 3-2 defeat against Brann. Pafos FC successfully advanced by overcoming Dinamo City 4-2 in extra time.

Several other matches required extra time or penalty shootouts to decide the outcome, reflecting the high intensity of the round. For instance, Rapid Vienna was eliminated by Hearts via penalties, while Jablonec defeated Rangers in a penalty shootout. The qualifying teams now look forward to the upcoming draw in Monte Carlo, where the 36 participating clubs will be placed into the League Phase to continue their European campaign.