Champions League: Paulo Fonseca's Lyon out as Fenerbahce, Viking and Slovan advance

The final matchday of the Champions League qualification has concluded, confirming the last clubs to join the tournament's main round.

In a crucial encounter, Turkish side Fenerbahce secured a 2-1 victory over Lyon. Goals from Muriqi and Brown in the first half established a lead that the French side could not overcome, despite a second-half goal from Fofana. This outcome marks a significant exit for Paulo Fonseca's team, while Fenerbahce celebrate their return to the Champions League after an 18-year absence.

Norway's Viking reached the main round for the first time in their history, overcoming Dinamo Zagreb with a 3-1 win. Despite an early opener from the Croatian side, Viking responded with three goals to secure their place on home soil.

In the match between Celje and Slovan, the Slovakian side emerged victorious in extra time, winning 2-1. The game featured dramatic moments, including a disallowed goal for the hosts in the final stages of extra time, which led to a heated conflict and a red card for a Celje player.

Meanwhile, Greece's AEK cruised past Bulgaria's Levski with a comfortable 4-0 victory to ensure their progression.