The 2026/27 ETTU Champions League Women season kicks off in Budaörs, Hungary, with eight elite European clubs battling through Stage 1 for a coveted spot in the main draw.
Group A features a heavyweight clash between reigning Europe Cup champions Linz AG Froschberg of Austria and Spain's MIRÓ Ganxets—a rematch of last season's intense semi-final tie. Meanwhile, host club Budaörsi Sport Club faces a steep challenge in Group B against Italian powerhouse ASD Quattro Mori Cagliari and Czech side SKST Plus Hodonin.
With only the group winners advancing to Stage 2 to join six pre-qualified top seeds, the opening stage leaves no margin for error. The three-day tournament serves as an early barometer for European club dominance heading into the autumn schedule.