UEFA Conference League: FC Pyunik Wins First Leg Of Play-Off
FC Pyunik is one step closer to the group stages of the UEFA Conference League.
The most storied franchise in the Armenian Premier League defeated Celje of Slovenia, 1-0, in the first leg of the play-off round of the UEFA Conference League, to take a slim lead heading into next week’s match in Slovenia.
Sani Buhari’s goal in the 59th minute was the lone goal of the match.
Pyunik is seeking its second appearance in the Conference League group stage. The club advanced to the group stage in 2022-23 and finished third in its group, failing to advance.
Fellow Armenian Premier League squad Noah FC also is positioned well to advance to the group stage. Noah won its first leg match 3-0 on Tuesday.