Europa Conference League Results: Dramatic Late Winners And Upset Victories Shake Up 2026 Qualifiers
The 2026/27 European football campaign reached a fever pitch this week as the third qualifying round concluded with high-octane drama, extra-time heroics, and major giant-killings across the continent. With places in the decisive play-off round on the line, underdog clubs defied expectations to keep their European dreams alive.
Below is a summary of the headline Europa Conference League results following the dramatic third qualifying round return legs:
| Matchup (Aggregate) | Result | Key Decisive Factor |
|---|---|---|
| Hajduk Split vs. Vitória de Guimarães | 3–2 (agg) | Hajduk score in 118th minute |
| SK Rapid Wien vs. Dundee United | 4–1 (agg) | Rapid Wien dominate second leg at home |
| Brøndby IF vs. FC Basel | 2–3 (agg) | Basel advance 5–4 on penalties |
| Rosenborg BK vs. Heart of Midlothian | 1–2 (agg) | Hearts pull off heroic away triumph |
| AGF Aarhus vs. Hapoel Be'er Sheva | 3–1 (agg) | AGF lock down clean sheet at home |
Dramatic Third Qualifying Round Battles Deliver Unforgettable Moments
This week’s Europa Conference League results delivered non-stop drama for football supporters across Europe. FC Basel survived an intense penalty shootout against Brøndby IF after two grueling legs ended 2–2 on aggregate, with goalkeeper Marwin Hitz saving two crucial spot-kicks to send the Swiss giants into the play-offs.
Elsewhere, Scottish Premiership contenders Heart of Midlothian pulled off one of the biggest surprises of the round. Trailing after the first leg, Hearts delivered a disciplined tactical performance in Norway against Rosenborg BK, scoring a late second-half header to silence the home crowd and secure a 2–1 aggregate victory.
- Late Drama in Split: Hajduk Split needed extra time to dispatch Portugal's Vitória de Guimarães, netting a stunning volley in the 118th minute to break a tense deadlock.
- Dominant Displays: Austrian powerhouse SK Rapid Wien showcased lethal efficiency, scoring three unanswered goals in their home leg to cruise past Dundee United.
- Defensive Masterclasses: AGF Aarhus stood firm under heavy pressure to preserve their aggregate cushion against Hapoel Be'er Sheva.
How to Watch Live Streams and Full Match Highlights
For supporters tracking the latest Europa Conference League results, verified match highlights and full replay broadcasts are accessible through official rightsholders. Streaming coverage varies by region, but official UEFA partners provide comprehensive digital archives for every fixture.
Fans in the United Kingdom can catch full-match replays and extended highlight packages on TNT Sports and the discovery+ platform. In the United States, Paramount+ holds exclusive streaming rights for all fixtures, offering match highlights on demand. Additionally, UEFA.tv publishes free multi-angle highlight packages and reaction interviews shorty after the final whistle of every matchday.
Conference League, results and round of 16 fixtures: Rayo and ...
Play-Off Round Schedule and 2026/27 League Phase Path
The dust from the third qualifying round has barely settled, but the stakes grow even higher as the competition moves into the play-off round. The winners of these two-legged play-off ties will earn direct entry into the prestigious 36-team single-league phase starting this autumn.
The play-off first legs are scheduled for Thursday, August 20, 2026, with the crucial return legs taking place on Thursday, August 27, 2026. Following the completion of the play-off round, UEFA will host the official 2026/27 League Phase Draw on Friday, August 28, 2026, in Monaco to establish the full European schedule.
