Brann edges closer to Champions League after convincing win in Budapest
Brann edges closer to Champions League after a convincing win over Mitrovica in the second qualifying round. The team won 5-0 and will now play in the final on Saturday 8th August.
What happened?
Brann met Mitrovica from Kosovo in the second qualifying round of the Champions League. Diljá Zomers opened the scoring for Brann after six minutes when she turned up in the field and scored 1–0 after a pass from Lauren Davidson. Seven minutes later, Amalie Eikeland took advantage of a keeper's mistake and doubled the lead, before Anna Aahjem controlled in 3–0, again after a pass from Davidson. 10 minutes before the break, Zomers continued her goal-scoring streak when she headed in her second of the day.
Why is this important for Brann?
Brann's first hurdle on the way to the Champions League is a mini-tournament played in Budapest. With a win in today's match, the team will play in the final on Saturday 8th August. If they win, they will face a decisive double-header before a place in the Champions League is secured.
What comes next?
Brann will now play in the final on Saturday 8th August. If they win, they will face a decisive double-header before a place in the Champions League is secured.
Brann's current position
Brann is currently in 6th place in Eliteserien with 22 points after 16 games. They have scored 33 goals and conceded 27.
Next fixture
Brann's next fixture is at home against Lillestrom on Saturday 5th September.
Sidelined players
Jonas Torsvik and Sakarias Opsahl are currently sidelined for Brann.
