Felicia Schröder Saves the Day for BK Häcken with Late Equalizer Against Atlético Madrid
Felicia Schröder's late goal secures a 1-1 draw for BK Häcken against Atlético Madrid in the Champions League playoff.
Key Points
- • Schröder scored an equalizer in the 86th minute of the match.
- • The game ended in a 1-1 draw, crucial for Häcken's advancement prospects.
- • Häcken's coach praised Schröder's performance and the team's resilience.
- • Key player Hanna Wijk suffered an injury during the match.
In a thrilling playoff match for the UEFA Champions League, BK Häcken managed to draw 1-1 against Atlético Madrid, thanks to an extraordinary late equalizer from 18-year-old Felicia Schröder. The match, held at Bravida Arena in Gothenburg, drew an audience of 3,673 onlookers, all eager to witness this critical clash in which Häcken sought to advance in the tournament.
Schröder's decisive goal came in the 86th minute. Recognizing that Atlético's goalkeeper, Lola Gallardo, was out of position, she took a calculated risk, launching a long-range shot that soared over Gallardo and into the net. "I saw that she was far out and went for it, and it went well," Schröder commented after the match, reflecting on her game-changing play. Prior to this critical moment, Atlético had taken the lead in the 17th minute through a goal from Luany, following a corner kick, leaving Häcken in a challenging position.
Throughout the match, Häcken faced numerous challenges, including a denied penalty appeal when Tabby Tindell was fouled in the box. Coach Mak Lind highlighted the resilient spirit of the team, noting that while they initially displayed too much respect for their formidable opponents, they grew stronger as the match progressed. Goalkeeper Jennifer Falk made several key saves, keeping Häcken in contention during the most challenging moments. However, the match also saw a troubling injury to key player Hanna Wijk, who left the field in the 80th minute with a heavily bandaged thigh.
This draw leaves Häcken as the only remaining Swedish team in the Champions League qualifiers, as other teams like Hammarby and Rosengård have been eliminated. The return leg of this playoff will take place in Madrid on September 18, marking an important moment for Häcken as they aim to advance towards the prestigious Champions League group stage.