According to BK Häcken’s club website, former forward Felicia Schröder has continued scoring heavily for her new club Real Madrid, but she will not face her old team during the upcoming UEFA Women’s Champions League ligafas. Instead, Häcken faces a demanding autumn schedule featuring matches against Lyon, Chelsea, Juventus, Paris FC, Manchester City, and Inter.
BK Häcken Faces Lyon, Chelsea, and Manchester City in Champions League Group Stage
BK Häcken lagkapten Anna Anvegård described the group stage pairings as a tough challenge. According to the club’s official website, she stated that the team enters the competition with the clear ambition of advancing to the next round, which will demand top performances across the board.
The toughest assignment on paper involves an away fixture against reigning finalists and record champions Lyon in France, according to club scheduling data. Additionally, Häcken will host last season’s English Super League champions Manchester City and Nathalie Björn’s Chelsea on home soil.
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Elena Sadiku Outlines Path to Advancement
BK Häcken tränare Elena Sadiku remains confident in her squad’s ability to compete at the highest level of European football. According to the club’s official statements, Sadiku believes the team possesses strong opportunities to reach the knockout rounds if they secure three victories in the group stage.
“We as a team have shown that we can compete even with the top teams and hopefully we can show that once again,” Sadiku told the club’s website.
Real Madrid Group Opponents and Tournament Format
Meanwhile, Felicia Schröder’s new club Real Madrid—which also features Swedish players Filippa Angeldahl and Bella Andersson—drew a separate slate of opponents, according to tournament brackets. Real Madrid will face Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, Paris FC, Roma, Inter, and Manchester City.
De fyra främsta av de 18 lagen i ligafasen går direkt till kvartsfinal. För lagen på plats 5–12 väntar playoff om de resterande fyra platserna. Övriga lag är utslagna.
Hammarby and Malmö FF Target Europa Cup Success
Neither Hammarby nor Malmö FF secured a spot in the Champions League, directing their focus toward the Europa Cup instead. According to club qualification records, Hammarby—who lost the Europa Cup final to Häcken in the spring—will play Scottish side Rangers in the final qualifying round.
Malmö FF faces Austrian club S:t Pölten in their respective playoff qualifier. The opening legs are scheduled for September 23, with Hammarby playing at home and Malmö playing away, followed by return fixtures one week later. Winners of these two-legged ties advance to the round of 16.
Pro Tip: Keep track of the September 23 kickoff dates for the Europa Cup qualifiers, as aggregate scores from the home-and-away legs will determine which Swedish clubs progress to the round of 16.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are BK Häcken’s opponents in the Champions League group stage?
According to BK Häcken’s official website, their six opponents are Lyon, Chelsea, Juventus, Paris FC, Manchester City, and Inter.
How many teams advance from the Champions League league phase?
The top four teams among the 18 participants qualify directly for the quarterfinals, while teams ranked 5 through 12 contest a playoff round.
Which Swedish players represent Real Madrid?
Real Madrid features Felicia Schröder alongside Filippa Angeldahl and Bella Andersson.
What European competition are Hammarby and Malmö FF playing in?
Both clubs are competing in the Europa Cup, with Hammarby facing Rangers and Malmö FF meeting S:t Pölten in the final qualifying round.
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