Zaragoza, currently 22nd in Segunda División with 36 points and a goal difference of -24, sees some of its former players competing in Champions League with their new teams. ## Who are these former players? Akim Zedadka, who played for Zaragoza in the 23-24 season, has already played a Champions League match with his team, Sabah FK of Azerbaijan. Sabah FK was crowned champion of their country, surpassing Qarabag, and has played its first Champions League match, easily beating The New Saints of Wales.

What other former Zaragoza players are in the Champions League?

Julio Velázquez, who coached Zaragoza in the 23-24 season, now coaches Levski Sofia, which was crowned champion of Bulgaria last season. Levski Sofia only managed a 1-1 draw away against Borac, champion of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

What does this mean for Zaragoza?

Although Zaragoza is not competing in the Champions League, it's interesting to see its former players competing in the top European competition. The team from La Romareda needs to focus on improving its position in Segunda División, as it is 46 points behind leaders Racing Santander. With a recent form of LDLLL and a last loss against Málaga on May 31, 2026, Zaragoza needs to improve its game to promote to Primera División.