2000 UEFA Intertoto Cup

The 2000 UEFA Intertoto Cup was a summer football competition offering clubs a pathway to qualify for the UEFA Cup. Teams from across Europe participated in knockout rounds, with winners earning spots in the UEFA Cup's later stages. The format involved multiple mini-tournaments, with the winning teams from each regional final advancing. This cup provided clubs, especially those not initially in the main European competitions, with an additional chance to compete internationally and gain valuable experience and exposure. The 2000 edition featured numerous clubs vying for European qualification, highlighting its role as a supplementary route into major continental tournaments.