Arsenal Women aim to secure a place in consecutive Champions League finals against a formidable Lyon side at Groupama Stadium on May 2, 2026. The match will kick off at 2 PM UK time (3 PM local time). Arsenal leads the semi-final tie 2-1 on aggregate after the first leg.
Lyon currently sits atop the Division 1 Feminine. They remain unbeaten and hold a 12-point lead over Paris FC. However, they face a tough challenge against Arsenal, who have won their last two Champions League away games against them.
Key statistics:
- Lyon has lost three of their ten Champions League matches against Arsenal (W6 D1).
- Alessia Russo is the joint leading scorer in this season’s Champions League with eight goals.
- Lyon has conceded only one set-piece goal in the Champions League this season.
Leah Williamson returns to the Arsenal squad after injury, adding depth to their lineup. Jonatan Giráldez emphasizes the need for possession and high pressure during the match.
Quotes:
- “We want to have the possession and apply high pressure.” — Jonatan Giráldez
- “We have to earn the right again from the very start.” — Renee Slegers
- “The priority is to raise our level, to be attentive to our game plan and to find a better balance.” — Jonatan Giráldez
The referee for this crucial match is Maria Sole Ferrieri Caputi. With only 90 minutes remaining for Lyon to overturn the deficit, both teams are under pressure.
