European Cup start for Rapid: This is how it is in Andorra against Santa Coloma

In the second qualifying round Conference League is called the first hurdle Santa Coloma.

In the previous season, the Spanish-style Andorrans defeated Banja Luka 4-1 and Polissya from Ukraine 2-1. “Despite everything: we have to get promoted over two games,” says Rapid-Trainer Johannes Hoff Thorup before the first competitive game of the new season.

The game is also unusual because Rapid is playing in the highest capital in Europe Artificial turf must compete.

Regardless, Hoff Thorup relies on center forwards in the starting line-up Kara and newcomer Adamsen behind as a free spirit: “This can become a weapon for us”.

There is also an unusual hurdle to see the game. There is no classic TV production, but one Livestream. Solidsport charges 15 euros, Rapid was able to achieve a reduction to 9 euros for members and subscribers.

What is certain is that the next game on artificial turf will continue on Sunday ÖFB Cup against Wienerberg.

The second leg against Santa Coloma in Hütteldorf will take place next Wednesday.

Here’s how it stands in the first leg: