Apollon Ladies defeated by FH Hafnarfjördur in UEFA Women’s Europa League qualifier

The Cypriot champion team Apollon Ladies suffered a 0-2 defeat at the hands of Icelandic side FH Hafnarfjördur in the first leg of the first qualifying round of the UEFA Women’s Europa League. The match took place on August 26 at the Stelios Kyriakides Stadium.

The game was decided by two goals scored in the first half at the 37th and 43rd minutes, leaving Apollon Ladies at a significant disadvantage for the upcoming return leg. The Icelandic visitors, who finished as runners-up in their national league last season and currently hold second place in their ongoing domestic championship, demonstrated strong form throughout the encounter.

Following this result, Apollon Ladies faces a difficult task in the second leg scheduled for September 2. This match will be held at the Kaplakrikavöllur stadium in Iceland, where the winning team of the two-legged tie will secure their advancement to the second qualifying round of the competition.