Odisha FC Women’s team, after a tough 0-17 loss in their AFC Women’s Champions League debut, looks to bounce back against the host team, Ho Chi Minh City Women’s FC, on Wednesday. The team emphasizes learning from the previous match and aiming for a victory in their upcoming fixture.
Odisha FC Women’s team is set to kick off its AFC Women’s Champions League campaign against Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds. The team, led by coach Crispin Chhetri, is placed in Group B alongside Ho Chi Minh City FC and Taichung Blue Whale. The top two teams from each group and the two best third-ranked teams will advance to the quarterfinals.
Odisha FC Women, representing India in the AFC Women’s Champions League, are set to face a formidable challenge in their group stage opener against Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds Ladies. Despite the tough opponent, the team is confident after recent victories and eager to learn and grow from the experience.
Odisha FC Women, the reigning Indian Women’s League champions, have added depth to their squad by signing Cameroonian defender Eliane Manbolamo Bodolo for the rest of the season. The experienced centre-back is expected to be a key player for the team in their upcoming campaign, including the inaugural AFC Women’s Champions League.
Odisha FC secured their spot in the group stage of the inaugural AFC Women’s Champions League 2024-25 with a dramatic 2-1 win over Etihad Club. Jennifer Kankam Yeboah scored a brace, leading Odisha to victory despite a tense second half that saw both teams reduced to 10 players.
Odisha FC, the 2023-24 Indian Women’s League champions, has been drawn in Group B of the AFC Women’s Champions League 2024-25 preliminary stage, alongside Etihad Club (Jordan) and Lion City Sailors FC (Singapore). The team will compete in Jordan, aiming to top the group and qualify for the group stage where they will be placed in Group C.
