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The crucial second leg of the UEFA Conference League first qualifying round between Auda and Larne took place on July 16, 2025, in Riga, Latvia. The tie was evenly balanced after the first leg ended 0–0, leaving everything to play for in the second encounter[2][4]. The winner of this match will secure a place in the next qualifying round[6].

Both teams approached the fixture with much at stake:

  • Auda entered the match midway through their domestic season, sitting third in the Latvian top-flight and carrying a strong home record in European qualifiers, having won three of their last four home ties and kept several clean sheets.
  • Larne, preparing for the start of their upcoming Northern Irish Premiership campaign, struggled historically in European away games, with only one win in their last eight, and failing to score in five of those matches. The first leg was notable as their opening competitive fixture of the new season[2][4].

Auda were seen as favourites, with bookmakers and pundits highlighting their advantage of match fitness and home support. Notably, Larne missed the opportunity to take a lead from the first leg, which was played at a neutral venue due to stadium requirements, not at their usual home ground. For Auda, midfielder Jackson was a major injury doubt, potentially missing out after coming off in the first leg. Forward Kader Kone was expected to play a more significant role after an impressive substitute appearance previously[4].

Both clubs had limited European experience, with the first leg marking their maiden head-to-head meeting. Auda had a positive track record against Northern Irish opposition, while Larne’s history against Latvian clubs was less favourable[2].

The result of this fixture determines which club advances to the Conference League’s next phase, with all focus on the outcome from Skonto Stadium in Riga[6].

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