ŽNK Mura W vs Hajduk Split W - UEFA Champions League Women

The history between ŽNK Mura W and Hajduk Split W lends this UEFA Champions League Women fixture an extra layer of spice, and when the two walk out at the home ground on August 8, 2026, recent encounters will be on everyone's mind. The left-back was taken off in the final minutes against Everton with cramp, and was not risked for the Champions League clash vs Sabah on Thursday.

Form and standings can only tell part of the story when ŽNK Mura W and Hajduk Split W cross paths in the UEFA Champions League Women, and pride alone should guarantee a contest. ŽNK Mura W will be keen to seize the initiative and build some momentum on home soil. The visitors will travel in the hope that a change of scene can spark a turnaround, whatever the form book says. During his 22 matches in charge, Oxford actually ranked as high as 14th in the table.

Wing play is likely to be central to the contest. ŽNK Mura W will look to stretch the pitch and isolate their wide attackers, while Hajduk Split W must find a way to compress the space and choke the supply lines. Everton are aware of interest from Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal, but there has been no formal approach or contact with them, and they have no appetite to sell the 26-year-old, who has three years on his deal.

In fixtures as finely poised as this one, it often comes down to who holds their nerve in the big moments — and both camps have players who relish that responsibility. Discipline at the back and sharpness in front of goal will likely tilt the balance one way or the other. Arsenal have already seen one offer rejected and are expected to return with an improved proposal, while Villa continue trying to secure the England defender on a new contract.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. Expect a tight, competitive affair that could easily end all square at 1-1. More than just three points is on the line at the home ground — this is a fixture that could shape the narrative of both clubs' seasons. Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".