Slovan face Mjällby in Sweden, new forward joins the squad

04.08.2026 18:02 HotInfo

ŠK Slovan Bratislava footballers continue their Champions League qualification with the first leg of the 3rd qualifying round away at AIF Mjällby. The Slovak champions reached this stage after eliminating Iberia 1999 Tbilisi, drawing 1:1 at home following a 2:0 win in Georgia. STVR (Spravy) ↗

The Bratislava side's opponent is the Swedish champion, who eliminated Lincoln Red Imps in the previous round. The club from Hällevik, a village with roughly 1,500 inhabitants, won its first-ever title last year and is considered one of the less predictable opponents in European cup competition. Ahead of the match, attention also focused on the stadium's makeshift facilities, where the dressing rooms are reportedly housed in temporary cabins. STVR (Spravy) ↗

Slovan has had a successful start to the season in the Niké Liga as well, following up its progress past Tbilisi with a home win over Podbrezová. Coach Yaya Touré, after the previous matches, pointed to the need for a deeper squad and to the players' approach to lineup decisions. The situation surrounding winger Alasan Yirajang, who was given playing time due to the absence of the injured Tigran Barseghyan, continues to draw attention within the team. ta3.com ↗

Meanwhile, the Bratislava side has strengthened its attack with 24-year-old Gambian forward Suleiman Camara, who arrives from Racing Santander and has signed a long-term contract. Should Slovan advance past Mjällby, the next round will pit them against the more successful of Ararat and Celje. The club is thus entering a decisive August period, in which it will combine the fight for the Champions League with domestic duties. ekonomika.pravda.sk ↗

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