Ferencvárosi TC will face Serbian side FK Vojvodina in the opening round of the UEFA Europa League qualifiers, according to the official draw conducted by UEFA in Nyon. As the MOL Hungarian Cup winners, Ferencváros will host the second leg of the tie in Budapest, following the initial match scheduled for July 9 in Novi Sad.
How does the draw impact the qualification path?
The draw sets up a challenging opening for Ferencváros, who must navigate four separate qualifying rounds to reach the Europa League group stage. According to FTC sporting director Tamás Hajnal, the club views Vojvodina as a rapidly developing team that has consistently narrowed the gap to Serbian powerhouse Crvena zvezda in recent seasons. Hajnal confirmed that the team’s primary objective is to secure progression to the second round, despite the short preparation time for the squad as international players return to training.
What are the key details of the Ferencváros vs. Vojvodina tie?
The first leg is set for July 9 in Serbia, with the return match in Hungary taking place on July 16. This fixture features a notable connection: Kornél Szűcs, a two-time Hungarian international, has been part of the Vojvodina squad since January. The Serbian club reached this stage after a domestic campaign that saw them finish as league runners-up and reach the Serbian Cup final, where they lost to Crvena zvezda on penalties.
How does the qualification process work for the 2024/25 season?
Success in this round is only the first step in a long series of matches. For Ferencváros to reach the main stage of the Europa League, they must remain unbeaten across four two-legged ties. UEFA will hold the draw for the second qualifying round on Wednesday in Nyon, which will clarify the potential opponents for the winners of the initial pairings.
Did you know?
The Hungarian football calendar often forces clubs to balance high-stakes European qualifiers with early-season domestic preparations. Ferencváros’s ability to integrate international players immediately upon their return from national team duty is a recurring operational challenge for the club’s coaching staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Ferencváros vs. Vojvodina match? The first leg is July 9 in Novi Sad; the second leg is July 16 in Budapest.
- What happens if a team loses this tie? The loser moves to the second qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League.
- Who is the Hungarian player on the opposing team? Kornél Szűcs plays for Vojvodina and has represented the Hungarian national team twice.
- How many rounds until the group stage? Ferencváros must win four qualifying rounds to qualify for the Europa League main stage.
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