Hold onto your vuvuzelas! In a stunning turn of events, BSC YB Frauen have been knocked out of the Women's Europa Cup after a dramatic comeback by Sparta Prague. The Czech side, coached by Michael Steiner, overturned a 3-0 deficit from the first leg to secure a sensational 4-0 victory in Bern.
From Dismay to Delight: Prague's European Dream Lives On
The second leg was a rollercoaster of emotions for both teams. YB Frauen, with a comfortable lead, seemed poised to advance. However, Sparta Prague had other plans. They came out firing, determined to rewrite the script.
By halftime, the aggregate score was level. Michaela Khyrova proved to be the hero of the hour, netting a hat-trick, including a crucial free-kick in the dying moments of stoppage time. The Swiss side struggled to contain Prague's relentless attack and failed to create enough clear-cut chances to respond.
Dramatic Finish Seals YB's Fate
The decisive moment arrived in the 93rd minute. Khyrova's perfectly executed free-kick left YB's goalkeeper with no chance, sending Sparta Prague through to the next round and leaving the home crowd in disbelief. The final whistle sparked wild celebrations among the Prague players and staff.
- Sparta Prague overturned a 3-0 first-leg deficit.
- Michaela Khyrova scored a hat-trick, including the winning goal.
- YB Frauen failed to capitalise on their first-leg advantage.
- Sparta Prague will face Austria Wien in the next round.
This result marks a significant achievement for Sparta Prague and a disappointing end to YB Frauen's European campaign. The match will be remembered for its drama, excitement, and the sheer determination of the Czech team to overcome adversity.