Lugano's possible opponents in the round of 16 of the Conference League are Pafos from Cyprus or Celje from Slovenia.
20.02.2025, 23:09
20.02.2025, 23:12
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As the Ticino side had made it into the top eight of Europe's third-highest competition in the league phase, they were able to watch the first knockout phase from the comfort of their sofa. Following the round of 16 on Thursday evening, it is now clear that Mattia Croci-Torti's team will face either Cypriot Cup winners Pafos or Slovenian champions Celje on March 6 and 13.
Pafos beat Omonia Nicosia 3:2 on aggregate in the play-offs to set up another clash with the last remaining Swiss representative in the European Cup. The two teams met once before in the league phase in Thun, where the game ended 2-2.
Or else the Luganesi will have to make a detour to Slovenia. Celje, the champions, eliminated Apoel Nicosia in the play-offs with a 4:2 aggregate score.
The draw in Nyon on Friday will decide whether Lugano, who first have to play away from home, meet an old acquaintance or can explore a new European destination.
