Rangers Overcome Slavia Prague in Thrilling Extra Time to Set Up Ajax Clash
UEFA Women’s Champions League Qualifying
Slavia Prague 1 – 1 Rangers AET
Rangers will face Ajax for a spot in the Women’s Champions League third qualifying round after rallying from behind to secure a thrilling victory over Slavia Prague in extra time.
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Following a goalless first half, Belle Briede netted for the Czech side, converting a cross from the right to give Slavia Prague the lead at Broadwood.
However, Rangers equalised in the 81st minute with an impressive strike. Katie Wilkinson directed a header down to Nicola Docherty during a short corner routine, and the Scotland defender volleyed into the bottom corner, igniting celebrations among the Rangers fans.
Wilkinson also played a crucial role in the winning goal, delivering an inch-perfect pass to Eilidh Austin, who calmly found the net.
Leanne Crichton’s team finished the closing stages of extra time with 10 players after Eva Hendle received a second yellow card, yet they managed to hold on for the win.
Ajax secured a 2-0 victory over Brondby, setting up a match against Rangers on Saturday at 19:30 BST. The team that loses will drop into the third round of Europa League qualifying.
