Linfield exits UEFA Conference League after late equalizer from Nomme Kalju

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Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Linfield exits UEFA Conference League after late equalizer from Nomme Kalju
Summary

Linfield's UEFA Conference League qualifying campaign ended on July 16 as they suffered a 3-2 aggregate loss to Nomme Kalju. Despite leading 2-1 after a first-half red card for Ethan McGee, a late injury-time goal from Mihhail Orlov forced extra-time. Linfield manager David Healy expressed disappointment over missed opportunities and the impact of the red card on the match outcome.

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  • Linfield led 2-1 before conceding in injury time
  • Ethan McGee received a red card in the first half
  • Mihhail Orlov's goal sent Nomme Kalju through
  • Linfield's next match is in the domestic season
  • Healy discusses potential loan moves or departures
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  • 10:02 PMYahoo SportsExtra-time 'the least we deserved' - Healy
What they're saying
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Linfield manager David Healy feels extra-time is "the least we deserved" as his side suffered an agonising exit from Uefa Conference League qualifying at the hands of Nomme Kalju.

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