On Wednesday, 16 August, UEFA Europa League play-off first leg match was played between Dutch FC Utrecht and Zenit at Galgenwaard Stadium. The game ended 1:0.

The home team attacked the goal of Andrey Lunev in the 76^th minute. Zenit goalkeeper managed to save the first shot, but Zakaria Labyad was very quick and sent the ball to the goalnet.

The return leg match will be played at St.Petersburg stadium on 24 August.