Real Madrid Women earned a crucial 2-0 first-leg win over Ajax in the UEFA Women’s Champions League qualifiers at De Toekomst, led by goals from Felicia Schröder and Janou Levels.
Real Madrid Femenino Seize First-Leg Advantage with 2-0 Win Over Ajax
Real Madrid Women took a commanding step toward the UEFA Women’s Champions League group stage with a clinical 2-0 away victory against AFC Ajax Vrouwen at Sportpark De Toekomst in Duivendrecht. Goals from Felicia Schröder and Janou Levels handed the Spanish side a two-goal cushion ahead of the decisive second leg in Madrid.
Schröder Delivers Spectacular Free-Kick Opener
Real Madrid Women started the contest on the front foot, looking to establish control through aggressive pressing and quick wing play. Ajax remained organized in a compact defensive shape, looking to absorb early pressure and hit on swift counterattacks through Danique van Koppen. See also: Prašnikar and Küver Strike as Wolfsburg Beat Inter 2-0
The breakthrough arrived in the 42nd minute. After winning a free-kick just outside the box, Swedish forward Felicia Schröder stepped up and curled a spectacular direct strike into the top corner. The goal broke Ajax’s stubborn resistance right before halftime, sending the visitors into the break with a deserved 1-0 lead.
Levels Seals Vital Away Victory in the Second Half
Ajax pushed forward in the second half in search of an equalizer, forcing Real Madrid goalkeeper Merle Frohms into important saves to protect the lead. Despite sustained pressure from the Dutch hosts, Madrid’s defense remained composed and organized.
The visitors struck the decisive second blow in the 73rd minute. Dutch defender Janou Levels capitalized on a failed clearance inside the penalty area, regaining possession and drilling a low, accurate finish into the bottom corner.
The second goal settled the contest, allowing Real Madrid Women to manage the closing stages with tactical discipline and secure a clean sheet. The 2-0 away triumph puts Real Madrid in a strong position ahead of the return clash at the Alfredo Di Stéfano Stadium.