Martinez extra-time flick sends Slovan Bratislava into Champions League group stage

Slovan Bratislava qualified for the Champions League group stage on 26 August 2026 after Cristian Martinez scored an extra-time flick over the goalkeeper to secure a 3-2 aggregate win over Celje in their play-off. The tie was level after 90 minutes in Celje, Slovenia. Slovan now face Europe's elite — and the financial reward that comes with it.