FC Twente to Play Europa League Second Qualifier Soon

FC Twente's 2026/27 season will start early. The club must play the second qualifying round of the Europa League only days after the World Cup final. The draw for that round has not been scheduled yet. The second qualifying round is the first European hurdle for the Dutch side. It follows the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup. The timing compresses the pre-season preparation.

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FC Twente will need to finalize squad and tactics before the Europa League tie. The club's calendar now includes travel and match commitments in early summer. The early start could affect domestic league launch. The draw for the second qualifying round will be released by UEFA in the coming weeks. Once the opponents are known, FC Twente can plan logistics. The club aims to capitalize on the early European opportunity.