AFCON 2025
Matchday two of the UEFA Europa Conference League produced shocks across Europe, with AZ Alkmaar suffering a humiliating 4-0 defeat at AEK Larnaca.
The Cypriots blew away their Dutch visitors with a ruthless display that leaves AZ under early pressure in the group.
What a night 🥵#UEL pic.twitter.com/uHsEu8lbWI
— UEFA Europa League (@EuropaLeague) October 2, 2025
Elsewhere, Shakhtar Donetsk edged a five-goal thriller at Aberdeen, running out 3-2 winners after a frantic second half in Scotland.
Slovenia’s Celje also grabbed headlines by upsetting AEK Athens 3-1 at home, while tournament favourites Fiorentina avoided drama with a controlled 2-0 victory over Sigma Olomouc.
In Poland, Samsunspor stunned Legia Warsaw 1-0, while Raków Czestochowa recorded a comfortable 2-0 win against Universitatea Craiova. Slovan Bratislava fell short in front of their own fans, losing 2-1 to Strasbourg, while Ireland’s Shelbourne held Häcken to a goalless draw.
The night ended with a statement from Sparta Prague, who cruised past Shamrock Rovers 4-1 to maintain momentum.
