Chelsea Women Kick Off Champions League Quarterfinals Against Ajax
First Leg Takes Place in Amsterdam
The first leg of the quarterfinal tie will be played at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam on Wednesday, March 22. Kick-off is scheduled for 18:45 CET.
Chelsea Women are the defending champions of the UEFA Women's Champions League, having defeated Barcelona 4-0 in the final last season. Ajax, meanwhile, are making their debut in the competition.
Chelsea Women in Good Form
Chelsea Women are in good form heading into the quarterfinals. They have won their last five matches in all competitions, including a 3-0 victory over Aston Villa in the Women's Super League on Sunday.
Emma Hayes' side will be confident of getting a positive result in the first leg against Ajax. They have a wealth of experience in the Champions League and will be looking to make a statement in the opening match of the knockout rounds.
Ajax Underdogs But Dangerous
Ajax are underdogs in the tie, but they will be no pushovers. They are the champions of the Netherlands and have a good record in this season's Champions League, winning three of their six group stage matches.
Chelsea Women will need to be wary of Ajax's attacking threat. They have scored 11 goals in their last four matches and will be looking to cause an upset in the quarterfinals.
The second leg of the quarterfinal tie will be played at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday, March 29. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00 CET.
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