The semi-final stage of the UEFA Conference League concludes today with the second-leg matches determining the finalists for the current season.
According to Operative Information Center-OMM, the final participants will be confirmed following tonight's high-stakes encounters. In England, Crystal Palace will host Ukraine's Shakhtar Donetsk, holding a significant advantage after securing a 3-1 victory in the first leg. Meanwhile, in France, Strasbourg will face Spain's Rayo Vallecano, with the Spanish side leading 1-0 on aggregate after their narrow win in the opening match. Both fixtures are scheduled to kick off at 23:00 Baku time.
The UEFA Conference League, established in 2021, serves as the third tier of active European club football competitions. It was designed to provide more clubs from a wider range of member associations the opportunity to compete in European knockout football. The winners of this competition earn a direct spot in the following season's UEFA Europa League group stage, adding significant prestige and incentive to the tournament.
The final match of the tournament is scheduled to take place on May 27 in Leipzig, Germany. This year's final follows previous successful editions held in Tirana, Prague, and Athens, as UEFA continues to expand the reach of its club competitions across the continent.
