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Frankfurt Draws Slovácko for Europa Cup Debut in Inaugural UEFA Women’s Competition

The new knockout tournament grants its champion a Champions League place, reflecting UEFA's long-term investment push.

Laura Freigang (l.) feiert ihren Treffer
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Overview

  • Eintracht Frankfurt moved into the UEFA Women's Europa Cup after Champions League qualifying defeat to Real Madrid and enters the new event in the second round.
  • The matchup with Czech club 1. FC Slovácko begins Wednesday evening, with Frankfurt considered favorites after winning a prior meeting in 2023.
  • The Europa Cup is a straight knockout competition with no group stage, progressing from the second round to the round of 16, and the winner earns a Champions League berth next season.
  • UEFA positions the competition to expand opportunities for clubs from smaller associations, assigning 13 federations fixed places, while Germany currently has no guaranteed slot.
  • Coach Niko Arnautis aims for a long run and speaks of “writing history,” as Frankfurt pursues European success despite a mixed league start in fifth after five matches.