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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Sophie Downey

Europa Cup breaks new ground for women’s football in Europe

Häcken players in training before their meeting with Inter
Häcken players in training before their meeting with Inter. Photograph: Mathias Bergeld/Bildbyrǎn/Shutterstock

It may be news to some, but there is a new competition kicking off in Europe this week. With qualifying complete, the business end of the Women’s Europa Cup gets under way on Wednesday. It will mark another milestone in women’s football, a side of the sport that is constantly evolving and developing.

Starting with the round of 16, teams will embark on a journey of two-legged knockout ties that lead to the inaugural final. The winner will also be decided across two legs, due to take place in May and June next year.

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