Hajduk and Varaždin have learned their opponents in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League. Hajduk will face Azerbaijani club Zira, while Varaždin will play against Portuguese Santa Clara. The first legs of the second qualifying round will be held at the end of July, with the return matches a week later. Hajduk will play the first match in Baku, and Varaždin will play at home. Zira was the runner-up in the Azerbaijani league last season, while Santa Clara finished fifth in the Portuguese league last year. These matches are part of the European qualifiers that offer a chance to advance to the main phase of the UEFA Conference League.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning outlets focus on the sporting achievements and opportunities for Croatian clubs Hajduk and Varaždin to compete on the European stage, emphasizing the importance of international competition for local teams and the development of football in the region.
Center: Centrist sources provide straightforward reporting on the draw results, match dates, and background information about the opponents, maintaining a neutral tone without much editorializing, focusing on facts and schedules.
Right: Right-leaning media may highlight national pride in Croatian clubs competing internationally, possibly emphasizing the challenges of travel and competition against foreign clubs, and framing the matches as a test of Croatian football strength and resilience.
