UEFA Conference League Semi-Finalists Announced
- Four teams have secured their spots in the UEFA Conference League semifinals after the quarterfinal second-leg matches concluded.
- Fiorentina secured their place in the semifinals despite a 2-2 draw against Slovenian side Celje. The Italian team progressed with a 4-3 aggregate score, having won the first...
- However, Celje responded in the second half with goals from Aljosa Matko in the 54th minute and Klemen Nemanic in the 65th minute.
Fiorentina, Real Betis, Chelsea, Djurgarden Advance to Conference League Semifinals
Table of Contents
- Fiorentina, Real Betis, Chelsea, Djurgarden Advance to Conference League Semifinals
- UEFA Conference League Semifinals: Key Takeaways
- Which teams are in the UEFA Conference League semifinals?
- How did Fiorentina secure thier place in the semifinals?
- What was the score of the Real Betis vs. Jagelonia Bialystok match?
- Did Chelsea lose in the quarter-finals?
- How did Djurgarden reach the semifinals?
- What are the semifinal matchups?
- When will the semifinal matches be played?
- Key Results Summary - UEFA Conference League Quarterfinals
Four teams have secured their spots in the UEFA Conference League semifinals after the quarterfinal second-leg matches concluded. Fiorentina, Real Betis, Chelsea, and Djurgarden will compete for a place in the final.
Fiorentina Advances Despite Draw with Celje
Fiorentina secured their place in the semifinals despite a 2-2 draw against Slovenian side Celje. The Italian team progressed with a 4-3 aggregate score, having won the first leg 2-1 in Slovenia.
Rolando Mandragora put Fiorentina ahead in the 37th minute. However, Celje responded in the second half with goals from Aljosa Matko in the 54th minute and Klemen Nemanic in the 65th minute. Moise Kean scored for Fiorentina in the 67th minute, leveling the score.
Real Betis Holds Off Jagelonia Bialystok
Real Betis advanced to the semifinals after a 1-1 draw against Poland’s Jagelonia Bialystok. The Spanish team had won the first leg 2-0 at home, giving them a 3-1 aggregate victory.
Cedric bakambu scored for Real Betis in the 78th minute. Jagelonia Bialystok quickly equalized with a goal from Darko Churinov in the same minute.The match ended in a draw, securing Real Betis’s place in the next round.
Chelsea and Djurgarden Complete Semifinal Lineup
Chelsea and Djurgarden also secured their places in the UEFA Conference League semifinals.
Chelsea, having won the first leg 3-0, lost the second leg 2-1 to Legia Warsova of Poland but advanced on aggregate.
Djurgarden of sweden overcame a 1-0 first-leg deficit against Rapid Wien of Austria, winning the second leg 4-1 after extra time to reach the semifinals.
Semifinal Matchups Set
The semifinal matchups are now set. Chelsea will face djurgarden, while Fiorentina will play against Real Betis.
The first legs of the semifinals are scheduled for May 1, with the second legs to be played on May 8.
UEFA Conference League Semifinals: Key Takeaways
Which teams are in the UEFA Conference League semifinals?
The following four teams have advanced to the UEFA Conference League semifinals: Fiorentina, Real Betis, Chelsea, and Djurgarden.
How did Fiorentina secure thier place in the semifinals?
Fiorentina drew 2-2 against Celje in the second leg of their quarterfinal match. Though, they advanced with a 4-3 aggregate score, having won the first leg 2-1.
What was the score of the Real Betis vs. Jagelonia Bialystok match?
Real Betis drew 1-1 against jagelonia Bialystok in their quarterfinal second leg. Real Betis won on aggregate 3-1 having won the first leg 2-0.
Did Chelsea lose in the quarter-finals?
Yes, Chelsea lost the second leg 2-1 to Legia Warsova but advanced on aggregate. They had won the first leg 3-0.
How did Djurgarden reach the semifinals?
Djurgarden overcame a 1-0 first-leg deficit against Rapid Wien, winning the second leg 4-1 after extra time.
What are the semifinal matchups?
The semifinal matchups are:
- Chelsea vs. Djurgarden
- Fiorentina vs. real Betis
When will the semifinal matches be played?
The first legs of the semifinals are scheduled for May 1, and the second legs are to be played on May 8.
Key Results Summary - UEFA Conference League Quarterfinals
Here’s a fast overview of the key results from the quarterfinal matches:
| Match | Team 1 | Score (Leg 1) | Team 2 | Score (Leg 2) | Aggregate Score | winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiorentina vs. Celje | Fiorentina | 2-1 | Celje | 2-2 | 4-3 | Fiorentina |
| Real Betis vs. Jagelonia Bialystok | Real Betis | 2-0 | Jagelonia Bialystok | 1-1 | 3-1 | Real Betis |
| Chelsea vs. Legia Warsova | Chelsea | 3-0 | Legia Warsova | 2-1 | 4-2 | Chelsea |
| Rapid Wien vs. Djurgarden | Rapid Wien | 1-0 | Djurgarden | 1-4 (AET) | 1-4 | Djurgarden |