**Inter d’Escaldes Qualifies for UEFA Conference League Group Stage After Penalty Shoot‑out Victory**
*Andorra –* Inter Club d’Escaldes has become the first Andorran football team to reach the group stage of a UEFA competition after defeating Kosovo side FC Drita in a penalty shoot‑out on Thursday. The match, part of the UEFA Conference League qualifying rounds, ended 0‑0 after 90 minutes of regular time and extra time. Inter prevailed 4‑2 on penalties, with the decisive spot‑kick converted by midfielder Faysal Chouaib.
The tie followed a goalless first‑leg, also played in Andorra, which left the outcome to be decided on the day. Although Inter dominated possession and created more chances during both the regulation period and the extra‑time period, the deadlock persisted until the shoot‑out. Chouaib’s successful penalty secured the victory for the “tricolors,” ensuring their progression to the competition’s group phase.
The achievement marks a historic milestone for Andorran football. No club from the principality has previously advanced to the group stage of any European tournament. The result was reported by *El Periòdic d’Andorra*.
*Source: El Periòdic d’Andorra*
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