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Leo Smith discusses recovery as TNS prepares for Champions League qualifiers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 6:11 AM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Leo Smith discusses recovery as TNS prepares for Champions League qualifiers

Summary

The New Saints midfielder Leo Smith is focused on his recovery from an ACL injury sustained last July during a Champions League qualifier against Shkendija. After a lengthy recovery process, he made his first-team return at the end of the league season. TNS will begin their Champions League qualifying campaign against Sabah of Azerbaijan on July 7. Smith noted the importance of a positive result in the first leg, expressing confidence in the team's performance at home in the second leg.

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•Leo Smith suffered an ACL injury in July 2025 during a Champions League qualifier.
•Smith returned to first-team action late last season after extensive rehabilitation.
•TNS starts the Champions League qualifiers facing Sabah on July 7.
•The return leg will take place at Park Hall a week later.
•Smith aims to help TNS replicate past European successes.

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Leo Smith reflects on his recovery from a serious knee injury as The New Saints prepare for the start of Champions League qualifying.
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