Slovan Bratislava managed to beat NK Celje 2-1 on 26 August 2026. They needed extra time to break the deadlock. This crucial result put the Slovakian champions into the UEFA Champions League. Both teams competed fiercely in the final play-off match. The intense fixture stayed close for long periods. Slovan Bratislava scored late in the game to seal the result.
NK Celje missed out after extra time ended. Slovan Bratislava delivered when it mattered to move on. The 2-1 score confirmed their spot in the club competition. They earned their passage after a tense battle. The Slovakian champions completed their win on 26 August 2026 after a tough encounter.