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Riga's opponent confirmed for opening match of UEFA Conference League league phase

Organizers of the UEFA Conference League have announced that Latvian club Riga will play its opening league-phase match at home against Kazakhstan's Kairat Almaty on October 15.

Organizers of the UEFA Conference League confirmed on Saturday the schedule for the start of the competition's league phase, which includes the first match for Latvian club Riga.

According to the announced calendar, Riga will play its opening league-phase fixture on October 15 at home, hosting Kazakhstan's Kairat Almaty.

The source report did not provide further details on the exact venue, kickoff time, or the club's remaining opponents in the league phase.

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