Football fans will witness a historic first meeting between Swiss side "Lugano" and Romanian team "CFR Cluj" in the UEFA Europa League second qualifying round on July 24, 2025. The match kicks off at 21:00 Astana time at the Cornaredo Stadium in Lugano, Switzerland.
"This matchup presents an intriguing tactical battle between two clubs with different playing philosophies," football analysts note about this upcoming encounter.
What makes this fixture particularly interesting is that these two clubs have never faced each other before - neither in European competitions nor in friendly matches. The home advantage could prove decisive for "Lugano", though "Cluj" will certainly be looking to cause an upset on their travels.
By the way, viewers from Kazakhstan can catch the action live on QazSport, while betting platform customers will also have streaming options available simply by logging into their accounts.
For those in other regions, several broadcasting options exist. The match will be available on Megogo for subscribers to the "Sport" and "Maximum" packages. Russian viewers can tune in through digital provider Okko, which offers flexible streaming interfaces.
Interestingly, Indonesian football enthusiasts haven't been forgotten either. Coverage there will be handled by beIN Sports network, with parallel distribution through partner channels including Vidio, MAXstream, IndiHome TV, and satellite provider MNC Vision.
Will the Swiss hosts capitalize on home advantage, or can the Romanian visitors spring a surprise in their first-ever meeting? The beauty of these European qualifiers often lies in their unpredictability.
