Derry City faces a challenging European draw as they prepare for the Europa League this summer. The club will enter the competition at the first qualifying round, and they are unseeded, which means they will encounter tough opponents. The draw is set to take place on Tuesday, and the Candystripes are eager to learn who they will face. Derry City secured their spot in the Europa League by finishing as runners-up in the 2025 League of Ireland Premier Division, benefiting from the rise of Irish football in UEFA rankings. They will compete against one of six seeded teams, including notable clubs like Ferencvaros, Qarabag, and Dinamo Kiev. Derry City's last European campaign ended in disappointment with a defeat to Bruno’s Magpies from Gibraltar, and they will be looking to improve this time around. Historically, they faced CSKA Sofia in 2009, losing 2-1 on aggregate, and will hope for a better outcome in this year's competition.