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PSV Women also easily defeated HJK Helsinki. In Luxembourg, Kasper Kurland’s team won 3-1. Liz Rijsbergen was the hero of the match with a hat trick. HJK Helsinki played with five at the back and played exactly as expected: with long balls. But without possession, you can never play that kind of ball, Kurland must have thought. His team rarely lost possession and waited very patiently for their chances. This led to the 1-0 goal by Liz Rijsbergen after 33 minutes. It was a crucial goal, as it forced Helsinki out of its shell. But before the Finns could even make a move, the 2-0 was already in the net. Once again, it was Liz. The forward stole the ball from the goalkeeper and scored the easiest goal of her career—though certainly not the least important. Conclusion In the second half, the team continued to dominate tirelessly. Everything seemed to be going smoothly. Until one long ball actually found its mark. Helsinki player Holmstroem then finished coolly. For a moment, it looked like it might become a tough battle, but then Liz Rijsbergen stepped up again. The forward received a long pass from Gwyneth Hendriks and finished it off flawlessly. Not long after, the left winger was brought down in the penalty area. The penalty went to Chimera Ripa, who struck the ball well into the corner, but unfortunately for her, the goalkeeper dove to make the save. That didn’t change the final score, as PSV Women advanced to the next and final qualifying round of the UEFA Women’s Champions League with a 3-1 victory. The draw for the two-leg series will take place next Tuesday. Score progression 33' Rijsbergen 1-0 36' Rijsbergen 2-0 62' Holmstroem 2-1 63' Rijsbergen 3-1 Lineup Evrard; Bross, Rutgers, Hendriks (Van de Sanden), Thrige (Frijns); Renfurm (Folkertsma, Lacroix, Cayman); Rijsbergen, Ripa, Funch.