Thursday September 11 — SK Brann vs Manchester United (UWCL Qualifier)
Manchester United begin their third-round Women’s Champions League campaign with a daunting trip to Bergen, taking on Brann at this Arctic stronghold. Brann enter as seasoned underdogs—confident from their domestic form and previous European outings—while United are chasing redemption after last season’s early exit.
Upon arrival, United players were met by large crowds and roaring enthusiasm, led by Celin Bizet Dønnum’s confident declaration: “We will win.” Meanwhile, Brann’s coach Leif Gunnar Smerud has kept key starters fresh, hoping to capitalize on home advantage and the early-season energy. Expect a fierce tactical battle—United’s star-studded line-up against Brann’s disciplined structure.
Friday September 12 — Barcelona vs DUX Logroño (Liga F)
Barcelona, fresh off season-defining demolitions—including an 8–1 storming of Athletic Club—welcome promoted DUX Logroño. The visitors arrive compact, disciplined, and lean on transition; Barça bring dynamic pressure and elite-level execution. Logroño’s leadership under Óscar Belis offers a watching point—can the newcomers frustrate the champions or will familiar dominance persist?
Sunday September 14 — Everton vs Tottenham (WSL)
Everton return to Goodison Park boosted by Ornella Vignola’s sparkling hat-trick on debut in a 4–1 derby win over Liverpool. Meanwhile, Spurs scrapped past West Ham 1–0 through a late Beth England penalty, showcasing resilience. This contrasts flair vs solidity—not just a battle for three points, but which approach defines credible top-four contenders: Everton’s attacking verve or Tottenham’s defensive grind.
Sunday September 14 — Bayern Munich vs Freiburg (Frauen-Bundesliga)
On the same day, champions Bayern host a gutsy Freiburg side. Bayern opened the season with a record-breaking 2–0 win in front of 57,762 fans. Their dynamic stars, led by Klara Bühl—who turned match-winner after a subdued first half—now face a Freiburg team that pry open defensive spaces with strategic breaks. A true test of mettle: can Bayern reinforce their domestic supremacy, or will Freiburg rewrite expectations?
Weekend Match Summary & Full Fixtures
Additional fixtures not featured but notable:
UEFA Women’s Champions League – Qual. R3 (First Legs, Thurs)
- GKS Katowice vs Twente
- Häcken vs Atlético Madrid
- Roma vs Sporting CP
- Paris FC vs Austria Wien
- Eintracht Frankfurt vs Real Madrid
- SKN St. Pölten vs Fortuna Hjørring
- Vålerenga vs Ferencváros
- Vorskla Poltava vs OH Leuven
WSL Matchday 2 (Friday–Sunday)
- Arsenal vs London City Lionesses
- Chelsea vs Manchester City
- Manchester United vs Leicester
- Brighton vs Aston Villa
Liga F Matchday 2 (Sat/Sun)
- Atlético Madrid vs Espanyol
- Sevilla vs Tenerife
- Real Sociedad vs Madrid CFF
- Valencia vs Athletic Club
- Eibar vs Levante
- Villarreal vs Real Betis
Frauen-Bundesliga Matchday 2 (Sat/Sun)
- Hoffenheim vs RB Leipzig
- Wolfsburg vs Nürnberg
- SGS Essen vs Bayer Leverkusen
- Werder Bremen vs Duisburg