2023/24 UEFA Women's Champions League: Group B preview

The tournament's most successful team features.

As the pinnacle of European club football gears up again, the UEFA Women's Champions League (UWCL) returns with the 16-team group stage getting underway on Tuesday.

Here's everything you need to know about Group B. 

Olympique Lyonnais

With a staggering eight UWCL triumphs under their belt, Lyon needs no introduction – a club that cannot be written off and once considered to own the competition. Now, they return for their 17th appearance in the tournament, poised to continue their unparalleled legacy.

This French powerhouse not only defies all odds but leads in every statistic imaginable. From being the team that clinched the competition the most times to boasting the player with the most goals scored in Ada Hegerberg and the player with a record number of appearances in Wendie Renard, Lyon stands in a league of its own.

Drawn into Group B alongside Slavia Praha, St Polten, and SK Brann, Lyon is on a mission to dominate the group and secure their ninth title.

Slavia Praha

Making their triumphant return to the UWCL stage for the 10th time, the Czech champions showcased their prowess by breezing past Olimpia Cluj in the qualifying rounds. Having played 50 UWCL matches, they now set their sights on the wide-open and up-for-grabs second spot in the group.

This seasoned team is no stranger to intense competition, especially against St Polten, with whom they've had close matches in the past.

Players to keep an eye on are Marjolen Nekesa and Haleigh Stackpole.

St. Polten

Austrian powerhouse St. Polten is set to grace the UWCL stage for the 10th time, showcasing a decade of consistent excellence. Qualifying through the Champions Path, they navigated past PAOK and breezed through the Icelandic side, Valur, to secure their spot in the group stages. With a history of closely contested matches against Slavia Praha and the coveted second spot within reach, St. Polten promises an intriguing and open competition.

Keep an eye on standout performers Valentina Mädl and Sarah Mattner as St Polten aims to add another chapter of success to their storied UWCL journey.

SK Brann

SK Brann is set to make its debut in the UWCL group stage. Despite facing a setback against Rosengard in Round 2 of the qualifying stages last season, Brann rebounded with determination this year, effortlessly surpassing Glasgow City to secure their first-ever group stage appearance.

This marks only SK Brann's second UWCL campaign, building on the experience gained from their debut last season. Keep a keen eye on rising stars Amalie Eikeland and Maria Brochmann, as SK Brann sets out to make a remarkable impression on the European stage in this exciting new chapter.

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