Raków Częstochowa learns opponents in 2nd round of Conference League qualifying
Raków Częstochowa has learned its opponents in the 2nd round of Conference League qualifying. In the first match, they will face Valletta FC, and in the second, MSK Žilina. Raków will play the first match at home, while the second match will be played away. The matches are scheduled for July 23 and 30.
Why it matters for Raków Częstochowa
Raków Częstochowa must now prepare for the double-header against Valletta FC and MSK Žilina. This will be the first test for the new coach, Rafał Górak. The president, Sławomir Witek, said that the result of the draw is favorable from a logistical point of view. - Both directions are good for the fans. Croatia is beautiful, the match would be in the middle of the summer season, and we have it very close to Žilina. I am convinced that during the rematch, the stands of our stadium will be full - he said.
What comes next?
Raków Częstochowa must now focus on preparing for the matches. Coach Rafał Górak said that this will be a great experience for his team. - These are great teams, significant in football, so it's okay. We drew the most difficult team, but we have overcome many difficult things. Let the bar be high - he evaluated. He admitted that he would have preferred to play against Hajduk. - A great club, a legend of all the Balkans. When you fall, you fall from a high horse. Old truth says that it's better to play the rematch at home. I am extremely happy to be in such a moment, and I have such fascinating things ahead of me - he added.
Current situation
Raków Częstochowa is in 17th place in Ekstraklasa, with 0 points. This season, they have not scored or conceded any goals. Their next match will take place on October 31 against Pogoń Szczecin, which is in 9th place in the table.
