Gent to Face LNZ Cherkasy in Europa Conference League Qualification
Belgian Pro League club Gent is set to compete against Ukrainian side LNZ Cherkasy in the Europa Conference League qualification rounds. The first leg is scheduled for July 23rd and will be an away fixture for Gent, with the return leg taking place the following week at home. LNZ Cherkasy achieved promotion to Ukraine's top flight in 2023 and finished second in the Ukrainian Premier League, marking their first appearance in European qualification.
Gent, a Belgian Pro League team, will commence their Europa Conference League qualification campaign against Ukrainian club LNZ Cherkasy. The initial match is slated for July 23rd, with Gent playing away from home. The decisive second leg will occur the subsequent week at Gent's home ground.
LNZ Cherkasy has experienced a notable ascent in Ukrainian football. The club relocated to Cherkasy in 2021 and earned promotion to the Ukrainian Premier League at the conclusion of the 2022/2023 season. They subsequently finished second in the league, behind champions Shakhtar Donetsk, securing their debut in European competition qualification rounds.
Key to LNZ Cherkasy's performance is attacking midfielder Yegor Tverdokhlib, who recorded eight goals and seven assists across 26 appearances last season. Gent, despite not participating in European football last season, has generally performed well in the Conference League in recent years. This year, they face multiple qualification rounds to reach the league phase of the competition.
(Source: Yahoo Sports Soccer)
