UEFA will hold the Champions League group stage draw on August 28 in Monaco, as confirmed in a statement.The top competition will feature 36 teams divided into four pots according to their

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Thelin was asked if having the safety net of guaranteed Conference League football takes some of the pressure off going into these two games, but he dismissed that notion, saying they are only targeting the Europa League. Thelin believes his team "is growing" and is looking forward to experiencing a European atmosphere at Pittodrie.

EBERECHI EZE could still play in Crystal Palace’s European opener - as his proposed move to Tottenham drags on. Spurs are pushing hard to sign the England star, 27. And while it is believed a deal worth in the region of £60million is close, it is understood there remains a sticking point over payment conditions.

In their first continental fixture since the 2016/17 Europa League group stage, Mainz travel to Rosenborg for the first-leg of a Conference League playoff tie.RosenborgThe 26-time Norwegian champions

For those not tuned into the Conference League clash between Hibernian and Partizan Belgrade on Thursday night, they missed out on a stunning strike. Luckily for you, we've brought it to you here - courtesy of an outrageous volley from Hibs striker Kieron Bowie.

The Easter Road side have received a major boost before the showdown as they look to secure group stage football