Oscar Gloukh Advances to Conference League Group Stage as Israeli Clubs Exit in Playoffs

Following the conclusion of the Conference League playoff second-leg matches, the final list of 36 teams advancing to the group stage has been confirmed. The draw to determine the group stage matchups is scheduled for the next day. Israeli clubs Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv were eliminated in the playoffs, meaning no Israeli club will participate in the group stage this season. However, Israeli players abroad will still compete at this level. Oscar Gloukh's team, Ajax, secured advancement despite Gloukh coming off the bench and playing about 30 minutes. Additionally, Twente, featuring Israeli defender Satu Lemkin who did not play due to injury, also progressed to the group stage. The article includes the full seeding list for the group stage draw.