Women's Champions League Qualification Heats Up

Manchester United is set to clash with Dutch powerhouse PSV Eindhoven in the second round of the Women's Champions League qualification. This pivotal match is part of a mini-tournament format, with the semi-final scheduled for 27 August and the final and third-place play-off on 30 August.

Tournament Structure and Opponents

Manchester United, who secured third place in the Women's Super League last season, finds themselves in Group 1. Their first challenge is against PSV Eindhoven. The victor of this match will then face either Swedish side Hammarby or Ukraine's Metalist Kharkiv, setting the stage for an intense battle for advancement.

Path to the League Phase

Success in the second round propels teams into the third round of qualification, commencing in September. This stage involves a two-legged play-off against a single opponent, with the ultimate prize being a coveted spot in the league phase of the Women's Champions League.

Other Notable Matches

• Glasgow City takes on Austria's FK Austria Wien, with the winner advancing to play Bulgarian side FC Minsk.
• Cardiff City, the Welsh double winners, face Republic of Ireland's Athlone Town. The victor will challenge Croatian champions ZNK Agram in the group final for a place in the second round of qualifying.
• Cliftonville Ladies from Northern Ireland are set to compete against Kosovo's champions, KFF Mitrovica, in the first round.

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