Malmö defeated RFS 4-1 in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League second qualifying round at LNK Sporta Parks in Riga on July 22, 2025.

RFS took an early lead with a goal in the first half. Malmö responded with four unanswered goals, including three in the second half. RFS midfielder Ikaunieks was sent off during the match.

RFS registered 6 total attempts with 1 goal, while Malmö conceded 4 goals. Malmö had 3 blocks and RFS received 0 yellow cards.

The second leg will be played in Malmö on July 30, 2025, with Malmö holding a significant aggregate lead.