Immobile Leads Besiktas to Victory, Ajax and Anderlecht Secure Europa League Spots

Ciro Immobile’s prolific form continued as he guided Besiktas to a decisive 5-1 victory over Lugano in the Europa League qualifiers. Immobile scored a brace, with further goals from Uçan, Silva, and Fernandes securing the Turkish side’s passage to the next stage. Ajax, under the guidance of Francesco Farioli, also progressed after defeating Jagiellonia with goals from Brobbey, Taylor, and Fitz-Jim. Meanwhile, Anderlecht edged past Dinamo Minsk thanks to a late goal from Amuzu, securing a 1-0 win. The qualifying rounds also saw the likes of Steaua Bucarest, Helsinki, and Elfsborg progress after tense encounters. Helsinki and Elfsborg secured their spots via penalty shootouts, while Steaua Bucarest earned a dramatic victory over Lask Linz with a 93rd-minute goal from Olaru.