Lech Poznan heads into their home match with boosted confidence following a dominant performance in the previous round of Europa League qualifying. They secured a 1-0 win against KI Klaksvik in the first leg, which allowed them to take charge of the tie. In the return leg, they showcased their attacking prowess with a 5-0 victory in the Faroe Islands, overcoming travel disruptions and continuing their impressive form. In contrast, FC Thun arrives in Poland after a more tumultuous path. The Swiss team advanced past Vikingur Reykjavik thanks to a decisive 3-0 win at home, despite losing the second leg 3-2. Their domestic matches have also featured unpredictable scorelines. Both teams have experience in progressing beyond the qualifying stages of this tournament, setting the stage for an intriguing first leg where both sides can exploit open spaces. Lech Poznan has shown remarkable resilience since their elimination from the Champions League by Aarhus, where they suffered a 3-0 home loss and were knocked out on penalties. They bounced back with a 2-1 away victory at Wieczysta Krakow, followed by a 1-0 win over KI Klaksvik and a 3-0 triumph against Piast Gliwice. Their European journey culminated in a commanding 5-0 away win on August 14. This recent run has seen Lech achieve four consecutive victories along with three clean sheets, scoring nine goals in their last three matches. Their ability to increase the pace of play after gaining territorial advantage has proven crucial, with midfield and wide players providing multiple attacking options against opponents who retreat into their defensive third. Lech Poznan also has a rich history in the Europa League, having reached the round of 32 in the UEFA Cup/Europa League during the 2008/09 and 2010/11 seasons, and returning to the group stage in 2015/16 and 2020/21.