Crvena Zvezda and Lech Poznan drew 1-1 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League qualification tie at the Rajko Mitic Stadium. This evenly contested match leaves the qualification round finely poised ahead of the return leg in Poland, with both teams scoring crucial away goals. Lech Poznan started the match impressively, taking a surprise lead on the counter-attack midway through the first half, silencing the passionate home crowd. Crvena Zvezda responded with increased pressure and were rewarded just before halftime, equalizing with a scrappy goal from a corner after a goalmouth scramble. The second half was a tense, tactical affair, with both teams cautious of making a mistake that could prove costly for the tie. Lech Poznan had a goal disallowed for offside after a VAR review, which was a major talking point. The 1-1 scoreline sets up a fascinating second leg, where both teams will believe they can advance to the next round of Champions League qualifying. The Crvena Zvezda manager emphasized the importance of the away goal, while the Lech coach was pleased with his team's disciplined performance.