On 9 November, one of the matches of the Conference Football League took place. Brugge (Belgium) and Lugano (Switzerland) met.
Conference League
Bruges (Belgium) - Lugano (Switzerland) - 2:0 (0:0)
Goals: Hans Vanaken (90+6)
Warnings: A. Hajdari (41), M. Hadj (43), Hans Vanaken (64), Steffen (66), J. Sabbatini (74), A. El-Wafy (90+5).
In a thrilling UEFA Europa Conference League match, Club Brugge KV came out victorious, beating FC Lugano 2-0. The match took place at the Jan Breidelstadion, creating a tense atmosphere for players and fans. In the first half, both teams fought hard for control of the game. At halftime, the score remained 0-0, with neither team able to break the deadlock. However, with the start of the second half, the intensity of the game began to increase, which led to several key events. In the 41st minute, FC Lugano's A. Khajdari received a yellow card, signalling the referee's decision to give him a warning. Just two minutes later, another yellow card was received by FC Lugano player M. Hajj, further demonstrating the physical nature of the game. The 46th minute led to the first substitutions in the match. A. Skov Olsen from Club Brugge KV replaced F. Jutgle, bringing fresh energy onto the pitch. FC Lugano responded by replacing M. Marquez with J. Espinoza. Soon, in the 47th minute, I. Thiago of Club Brugge KV received a yellow card and joined his teammates in the referee's book. The tension continued to build as the match progressed. In the 62nd minute, Club Brugge KV were awarded a penalty, realised through the efforts of I. Thiago. The opportunity was taken and Club Brugge KV got the advantage in the form of a goal. However, the game was far from over.
In the 64th minute, Club Brugge KV player H. Vanaken was sent off the pitch and received a yellow card. He was followed by FC Lugano player R. Steffen, who received a warning just two minutes later. The physical battle on the pitch showed the determination of both teams. In the final quarter of the match both teams made further substitutions trying to find a winning formula. In the 71st minute K. Khairizi and R. Maciek appeared for FC Lugano, while M. Hajj was replaced by B. Babic. Club Brugge FC responded by replacing I. Thiago with B. Meyer in the 77th minute. Meyer in the 77th minute, hoping to maintain their advantage. Despite their best efforts, they missed a penalty corner opportunity in the 85th minute, which created a tense and tense atmosphere for both teams. In the last minutes of the game, more substitutions took place. In the 89th minute, T. Buchanan and D. Odoi appeared in the KV Brugge team, followed by H. Wetlesen and E. Balanta. FC Lugano made the last substitution: U. Bislimi was replaced by A. El Wafi. In the 90th minute, Club Brugge KV player H. Vanaken scored a goal, securing the victory for his team. FC Lugano's A. El Wafy received a yellow card in the final minutes of the match, which added to the drama. The match between Club Brugge KV and FC Lugano demonstrated the intensity and passion with which football welcomes fans around the world. Although FC Lugano fought valiantly, it was Club Brugge KV who came out victorious with a well-deserved 2-0 win.
In the next round the following matches await the rivals: Besiktas - Brugge, Bude-Glimt - Lugano.
| Bruges | Lugano | |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Kicks to the goal | 2 |
| 16 | Hits | 6 |
| 3 | Blocked shots | 3 |
| 9 | Penalty kicks | 3 |
| 7 | Kicks from outside the penalty box | 3 |
| 15 | Offences | 12 |
| 6 | Corner | 8 |
| 2 | Offsides | 1 |
| 51% | Ball possession | 49% |
| 2 | Yellow cards | 5 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 2 | Keeper saves | 4 |
| 443 | Total assists | 419 |
| 358 | Accurate assists | 318 |
| 81% | Accuracy of passes | 76% |