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Fog Strands Europa League Team, Match in Jeopardy
13 Aug
Summary
- Lech Poznan faces delays reaching Faroe Islands for Europa League match.
- Heavy fog has prevented the team from landing at Vágar Airport.
- UEFA is in talks regarding rescheduling the fixture due to travel issues.
The Europa League second-leg match between Lech Poznan and KÍ Klaksvík is at risk of postponement due to severe fog in the Faroe Islands. Lech Poznan, holding a 1-0 lead from the first leg, has been attempting to reach Vágar Airport for two days but has been grounded by poor weather conditions.
Despite multiple attempts, including a flight on Thursday morning that diverted to Bergen, the Polish team remains stranded. Lech is engaged in urgent discussions with UEFA regarding the match's status, while KÍ Klaksvík typically advises visiting teams to arrive two days prior to account for potential weather disruptions.
This situation highlights the notorious weather challenges in the Faroe Islands, which have previously impacted other visiting teams. Lech's travel issues have drawn attention, with even domestic rivals Legia Warsaw posting mock travel advice on social media.
