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- Competition: Europa Conference League
- Date: 9th July 2026
- Kick-off: 20:00 UK / 21:00 CEST
- Venue: Asim Ferhatović Hase Stadium
Thursday’s UEFA Conference League qualifier is shaping up to be a must-watch, as FK Sarajevo faces off against FC Inter Turku. Sarajevo grabbed their spot in this round by finishing fourth in the Bosnian Premier League, while Inter Turku secured their place by winning the Finnish Cup. We are about to see how Sarajevo’s passionate home attack handles Inter Turku’s superior mid-season fitness and 13-match unbeaten streak.
FK Sarajevo and Inter Turku have never played against each other before, leaving them with zero head-to-head history. This UEFA Conference League qualifier marks their first-ever competitive meeting. Both sides enter this historic tie with a completely clean slate, eager to establish early dominance.
FK Sarajevo team overview
FK Sarajevo prepares for this one on the back of a strong conclusion to their domestic league, capped off by an intense 1–0 derby win against Željezničar.
The Maroon-Whites managed three wins in four to close out their campaign, though an earlier 1–0 home defeat against Borac Banja Luka disrupted their rhythm at the Asim Ferhatović Hase Olympic Stadium.
Five wins from their last six home games is still good though. Zoran Zekić’s side will look to start fast and put their new tactical approach into practice right away.
Key player Agon Elezi enters the frame ready to dictate play after leading his team with an impressive 9-goal domestic contribution last season.
However, the hosts must navigate this initial setup with notable defensive adjustments following the mid-season departure of center-back Filip Jović, whose exit left a permanent structural void in the winter.
Last matches of FK Sarajevo
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Zrinjski
2 : 1
FK Sarajevo
Club Friendlies 4
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FK Sutjeska
1 : 2
FK Sarajevo
Club Friendlies 4
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FK Sarajevo
1 : 0
Željezničar Sarajevo
Premier Liga
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Velez Mostar
2 : 3
FK Sarajevo
Premier Liga
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FK Sarajevo
2 : 2
Siroki Brijeg
Premier Liga
FK Sarajevo lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Emil Rockov
Defenders
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2
Marin Aničić
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4
Vinko Soldo
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3
Nidal Čelik
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6
Elvir Duraković
Midfielders
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8
Almedin Mustafić
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5
Edin Julardžija
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10
Agon Elezi
Forwards
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7
Francis Kyeremeh
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11
Adalberto Peñaranda
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9
Renan Oliveira
Inter Turku team overview
FC Inter Turku enters this one on the back of an impressive domestic cup victory, outlasting VPS Vaasa 3–2 in a thrilling Finnish Cup semi-final tie.
The Black and Blues are enjoying superb competitive momentum, currently sustaining a stellar 13-match unbeaten streak across all summer competitions.
Vesa Vasara's men have been particularly ruthless on the road, carrying a formidable seven-match away unbeaten run with five wins into this continental trip.
Lethal forward Alie Conteh remains the focal point of the visitors' dangerous attack, having already racked up 8 goals so far during their active campaign.
With no fitness issues registered in the win over VPS in the cup semi-final, boss Vasara is likely to stick with his winning XI.
Last matches of Inter Turku
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VPS Vaasa
2 : 3
Inter Turku
Finland Cup
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IFK Mariehamn
0 : 2
Inter Turku
Veikkausliiga
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Inter Turku
1 : 1
SJK
Veikkausliiga
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HJK Helsinki
3 : 3
Inter Turku
Veikkausliiga
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Inter Turku
0 : 0
AC Oulu
Veikkausliiga
Inter Turku lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Eetu Huuhtanen
Defenders
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2
Albin Granlund
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4
Luka Kuittinen
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3
Juho Almen
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6
Jere Niska
Midfielders
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8
Bismark Ampofo
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5
Iiro Järvinen
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10
Florian Krebs
Forwards
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7
Matias Tamminen
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11
Darren Smith
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9
Alie Conteh
Prediction
A high-scoring 2–2 draw is the top prediction for this fascinating European clash. Inter Turku’s blistering attack has seen them net at least twice in ten of their last thirteen outings, making them an immense threat on the break. However, Sarajevo’s leaky defense has kept just one clean sheet in six matches. Expect both sides to trade blows in an entertaining stalemate that leaves the tie wide open.
Three reasons we expect over 2.5 goals in this tie
- Inter Turkuscored 2+ goals in 10 of their last 13 games.
- Sarajevo finished only one of their last six games without conceding.
- Four of the last five games of Sarajevo produced three or more goals.
Main prediction FK Sarajevo - Inter Turku
Over 2.5 goals
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