Kilmarnock advance to play-off round with win over St Mirren
- Kilmarnock secured a 1-0 victory over Tromso, advancing with a 3-2 aggregate score.
- Derek McInnes's team progresses to the play-off round.
- St Mirren was knocked out by Brann, losing 3-1 and ending their competition journey.
Kilmarnock defender Joe Wright made a remarkable comeback after facing criticism for his early red card in a recent Premiership match against St Johnstone. In a thrilling encounter in Norway, Wright scored the decisive goal that propelled Kilmarnock into the Europa Conference League play-offs, marking a significant moment for the club. His 11th-minute header, which took a deflection, secured a 1-0 victory over Tromso, resulting in a 3-2 aggregate win. This victory is particularly historic for Kilmarnock, as it represents the club's first European win in 23 years. The triumph not only highlights Wright's resilience but also underscores the team's determination to succeed on the European stage. The match took place at Tromso's home ground, the world's northernmost professional football venue, adding to the significance of the win. With this victory, Kilmarnock has set its sights on the next round, where they will face FC Copenhagen. The Danish side advanced after a tense penalty shootout against Banik Ostrava. Kilmarnock's performance against Tromso has generated excitement among fans, as the club aims to secure a place in the group stage of the competition. Manager Derek McInnes expressed confidence in his team's abilities, suggesting that Tromso underestimated Kilmarnock. As the club prepares for the upcoming challenge, the focus will be on building on this momentum and achieving further success in the tournament.