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Copenhagen Secures 2-0 First-Leg Lead Over Drita in Champions League Qualifier

Magnus Mattsson’s brace from the spot highlighted a win built on debutant Rodrigo Huescas’s full-time performance ahead of the July 29 return leg.

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Debutó en Champions League

Overview

  • The Danish side broke the deadlock with two second-half penalties converted by Magnus Mattsson in the 69th and 76th minutes.
  • Rodrigo Huescas completed all 90 minutes of his Champions League debut, finishing with an 82% pass rate, two key passes, a successful cross, four tackles and a completed dribble.
  • Copenhagen maintained its strong start to the 2025–26 season after lifting the Danish Cup and remaining unbeaten in four domestic outings.
  • FC Drita reached this stage by defeating Differdange in consecutive qualifying matches but now faces a two-goal deficit in the tie.
  • The return fixture on July 29 will decide who progresses to the third qualifying round of the Champions League.