BSC Young Boys took a significant step toward the UEFA Europa League group stage with a 3–2 victory over Slovan Bratislava at the Wankdorf Stadium on Thursday, 28 August 2025. The Play-off first leg, which kicked off at 18:00 UTC, saw the Swiss side hold a 2–1 lead at half-time. Slovenian referee Rade Obrenovič officiated the contest.

For BSC Young Boys, this win was everything they needed to take a commanding lead to Slovakia for the second leg. Playing at home in the decisive ...