Neman Grodno and FK Kosice drew 1-1 in their UEFA Europa Conference League qualifying match on August 1, 2025. The closely fought contest leaves the tie finely balanced ahead of the second leg in Slovakia. The home side, Neman Grodno, opened the scoring in the first half, taking advantage of a defensive error. However, FK Kosice showed great character to fight back and equalize in the second period, earning a valuable away goal. The match was tense and physical, with both teams creating chances but also showing defensive resilience at key moments. The away goal gives FK Kosice a slight edge for the return leg, meaning Neman Grodno will need to score in Slovakia to advance. The Neman manager might rue missed chances to extend their lead, while the Kosice coach will be pleased with his team's response and the crucial away goal.