
Gaston Szerman, FCK Media
Victory in Germany
20/02 2025 21:51
F.C. Copenhagen will play either Chelsea FC or Vitória S.C. in the UEFA Conference League last-16 after a 3-1 extra-time win over Heidenheim on Thursday.
The Lions forced extra time when reversing a 2-1 defeat in the first leg in Parken, with Amin Chiakha and Kevin Diks scoring either side of the break.
A Léo Scienza free kick in the 73rd minute levelled the aggregate score at 3-3, meaning the tie would be decided in extra time.
Rodrigo Huescas popped up with the winner seven minutes from penalties when hitting Heidenheim on the break.
The draw for the Conference League last-16 takes place at 2pm on Friday. FCK will face either Chelsea or Vitória, with the first leg scheduled for Parken on Thursday 6 March.
More match reaction to follow.