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Athlone Town set for next champions league step

Aug 1, 2025 11:34
By Dave Hooper
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Athlone Town set for next champions league step

Croatia's ZNK Agram visit Athlone Town

Athlone Town take the next step in their European journey against ZNK Agram of Croatia on Saturday.

Athlone continue their pursuit of advancing in the UEFA Women’s Champions League as they face ZNK Agram in the First Qualifying Round in Lissywollen.

In front of a sold-out crowd, the SSE Airtricity Women’s Premier Division champions beat Cardiff City 4-0 last Wednesday to setup this clash with the Croatian league winners.

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Having undergone a restructure, the old 16-team group stage that kicked-off the competition has been replaced by an 18-club league phase.

Indeed, There are now three rounds of qualifying, beginning with the First Qualifying Round as part of the Champions Path.

Athlone Town beat Cardiff City to begin Group 5. Indeed, If they overcome ZNK Agram on Saturday they will face Icelandic champions Breiðablik in Round 2.

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2025-26 UEFA Women’s Champions League

First Qualifying Round

ZNK Agram v Athlone Town

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Saturday, August 2nd

Athlone Town Stadium, Kick-off: 16:00

Referee: Briet Bragadottir (Iceland)

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