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Garcia: 'This is a must-win, must-not-lose 90 or 120 minutes for Hajduk'
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Garcia: 'This is a must-win, must-not-lose 90 or 120 minutes for Hajduk'

From Veฤernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

At a glance

News Named sources Ongoing story
  • Hajduk Split faces a crucial second leg match after drawing the first 2-2 against a Polish opponent.
  • The visiting team scored a late equalizer in the first match, adding to the pressure for the return leg.
  • Coach Garcia emphasized the high stakes, calling the upcoming game a "must-win, must-not-lose" situation for the team.

Hajduk Split stands at a critical juncture as they prepare for the return leg of their European qualifier. The first match, held at their home ground in Poljud, concluded in a tense 2-2 draw against a Polish adversary. The result left the tie precariously balanced, especially after the visitors managed to score their second goal in the dying moments of the game.

This late equalizer has amplified the pressure on Hajduk heading into the decisive second match. Coach Ivan Leko, quoted as Garcia in the source, stressed the immense importance of the upcoming fixture. He described the 90 or 120 minutes ahead as a "must-win, must-not-lose" scenario, highlighting the do-or-die nature of the contest for the Croatian club.

The return leg is scheduled for Thursday evening, kicking off at 7 p.m. For Hajduk, securing a victory is paramount to advancing in the competition. Anything less than a win could mean elimination, making this a pivotal moment in their European campaign.

This is a must-win, must-not-lose 90 or 120 minutes for Hajduk

โ€” GarciaCoach's statement emphasizing the critical importance of the upcoming return leg match.
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Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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