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Champions LeagueAugust 14, 2026

FC Twente reaches the play-offs of the Conference League

FC Twente reached the play-off round of the Conference League despite a disappointing draw against DAC 1904, after a previous 6-0.

FC Twente reaches the play-offs of the Conference League

FC Twente reaches the play-offs of the Conference League

According to Vi.

Background

FC Twente coach John van den Brom showed with his tactical formation and substitutions in the second leg against DAC 1904 that he is ready to optimally prepare the team for the challenges in the UEFA Europa Conference League. The decision to use players like Lucas Vennegoor of Hesselink and Joël Drommel could prove to be a strategically smart one to boost team dynamics.

Why this is important

FC Twente's entry into the play-offs of the UEFA Europa Conference League is a significant success for the team under coach John van den Brom. Despite the disappointing draw against DAC 1904, qualification for the next round remains assured, which underlines the club's ambitions in this competition.

Key findings

  • FC Twente reaches the play-offs of the Conference League.
  • FC Twente reach the play-off round of the Conference League despite a disappointing draw against DAC 1904, after a previous 6-0.
  • Roulerend FC Twente holds play-offs UECL ondanks gelijkspel in Slovakije.
Image FC Twente secured the play-off round of the UEFA Europa Conference League on Thursday evening. Coach John van den Brom's team gave up a 2-0 lead against DAC 1904 in Slovakia and ended up playing in a disappointing draw. However, after the 6-0 win in the first leg in Enschede, qualification was never in danger. For the second leg in Slovakia, Van den Brom chose two players who were not used in the first leg: Lucas Vennegoor of Hesselink at the forefront and Joël Drommel in goal. Wout Weghorst and Lars Unnerstall stayed in Enschede and were rested for the upcoming league game. Ruud Nijstad, Younes Taha and Kristian Hlynsson were also in the starting line-up. As in the first leg, things got off to a quick start for the Tukkers in the second leg. After just seven minutes, Max Bruns headed in a cross from Daouda Weidmann following a corner to take the lead. Five minutes after half-time, Marko Pjaca, who came on for Hlynsson in the second half, made it 2-0 when he sent the ball from the right into the far corner. But the hosts then got into the game better and were soon able to reduce the deficit. After an unfortunate move by goalkeeper Drommel, who was unable to correctly assess a cross, Abdoulaye Gueye was able to push the ball over the line at the near post. DAC now became bolder and equalized a little later with a header from Klemen Nemanič a free kick. The defender had argued vigorously with Wout Weghorst in the first leg when he insulted him during the game. Shortly before the end of the game, the hosts even took the lead. Prince Owusu was outplayed by the Twente defense in midfield and was able to dribble around Drommel and slot into the empty net. In the last minute of the game, Marko Pjaca was able to score another goal for the guests when he dribbled around the goalkeeper after a pass from Bruns and slotted it into the empty net. Due to the high lead from the first leg, FC Twente's qualification for the play-offs of the Conference League was not in jeopardy. With a total of 9:3 goals, the team moves into the next round.

What happens next

FC Twente will now wait for the play-off draw and prepare for the upcoming league games. Coach John van den Brom will analyze the players' performance and possibly integrate some key players such as Wout Weghorst and Lars Unnerstall back into the team for the next challenges.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the game between FC Twente and DAC 1904?

FC Twente led 2-0, but gave up the lead and played a draw against DAC 1904.

Who confirmed qualification for the play-offs?

The qualification for the play-offs of the UEFA Europa Conference League was confirmed by FC Twente under coach John van den Brom.

Why is d hat game is now important for FC Twente?

The game was important as it decided who would advance to the play-off round of the UEFA Europa Conference League.

What changes have there been to FC Twente's line-up?

Coach John van den Brom used Lucas Vennegoor of Hesselink and Joël Drommel, who did not play in the first leg.

What was the result of the first leg between FC Twente and DAC 1904?

The first leg ended with a 6-0 win for FC Twente.

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Häufig gestellte Fragen

What happened in the game between FC Twente and DAC 1904?
FC Twente led 2-0, but gave up the lead and played a draw against DAC 1904.
Who confirmed qualification for the play-offs?
Qualification for the play-offs of the UEFA Europa Conference League was confirmed by FC Twente under coach John van den Brom.
Why is the game important for FC Twente now?
The game was important as it decided whether the team would advance to the play-off round of the UEFA Europa Conference League.
What changes have been made to FC Twente's lineup?
Coach John van den Brom used Lucas Vennegoor of Hesselink and Joël Drommel, who did not play in the first leg.
What was the result of the first leg between FC Twente and DAC 1904?
The first leg ended with a 6-0 win for FC Twente.
What happened in this story?
FC Twente reaches the play-offs of the Conference League summarizes the main development covered in this report.
Who confirmed this news?
See the source attribution in the article for where this report was first published or corroborated.