Lions off to Hungary

Last updated : 27 August 2004 By Neil Andrews
Millwall have drawn Hungarian side Ferencvaros in the first round of the UEFA Cup, with the first leg being played at The Den on Thursday 16th September. The return leg will be a fornight later on Thursday 30th September.

Ferencvaros are Hungary's most successful team, winning 27 League titles and 18 Hungarian Cups since the formation of the Hungarian League way back in 1901. They won the fore-runner of the UEFA Cup (Fairs Trophy) in 1968.

Based in the suburbs of Budapest, their ground has an 18,100 all-seater capacity, with Millwall expect to receive around a 1,000 tickets for the away leg (although this as yet to be confirmed).