Women’s Champions League Fixtures Produce Dramatic Results
Women’s Champions League Fixtures Produce Dramatic Results
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Manchester City became the first English club to avoid defeat against Bayern Munich in European competition.
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Carlotta Wamser, who had recently joined City from Bayer Leverkusen, scored her first goal for the club and her first in the Champions League. She said: “It feels very special. It’s a dream as a kid to play in the Champions League and play against the best players in the world.”
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Arsenal manager Renee Slegers made eight changes to the lineup that had drawn with Manchester United in the Women’s Super League. Chloe Kelly’s first-half goal was ruled out after a VAR review found Stina Blackstenius offside in the buildup.
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Bayern’s first-half advantage was accompanied by a flare-related controversy: a flare was thrown onto the field by supporters as City’s attack developed before Beth Mead’s goal, but the goal was allowed to stand because Kerstin Casparij had already crossed the ball before reaching the smoke.
Manchester City rallied from two goals down to draw 2-2 at Bayern Munich in a dramatic return to the Women's Champions League UEFA. Beth Mead scored before halftime, and Carlotta Wamser equalized in the 86th minute after Khadija Shaw missed a penalty. Arsenal began its title defense with a 1-0 home win over HB Køge, with Mariona Caldentey converting a stoppage-time penalty AJC.
City Storms Back Against Bayern in League Phase Opener
Manchester City became the first English club to avoid defeat against Bayern Munich in European competition UEFA. Trailing 2-0, City fought back with Mead's first-half goal setting up a tense second half. Bayern pushed for the winner but Wamser's late equalizer secured the draw in a hard-fought contest.
Wamser, who recently joined City from Bayer Leverkusen, scored her first goal for the club and her first in the Champions League. "It feels very special," she said. "It's a dream as a kid to play in the Champions League and play against the best players in the world." AJC
Arsenal Edges Past Køge With Stoppage-Time Penalty
Arsenal made eight lineup changes from its Women's Super League draw with Manchester United but still secured a 1-0 win at home UEFA. Manager Renee Slegers rotated heavily, testing squad depth in the league phase opener. The visitors held firm for most of the match, forcing Arsenal to be patient.
Mariona Caldentey converted a stoppage-time penalty to break the deadlock AJC. Chloe Kelly's first-half goal had been disallowed after a VAR review found Stina Blackstenius offside in the buildup. The late winner gave Arsenal a winning start in its title defense.
Benfica and Inter Claim Straight Wins on Opening Night
Benfica defeated Juventus 2-1 with Marit Bratberg Lund scoring both goals UEFA. Inter Milan beat Häcken 1-0 in a controlled performance. Both clubs made winning starts to their campaigns in the new league phase format.
Paris Saint-Germain drew 1-1 at Real Madrid in an evenly contested matchup UEFA. Barcelona will begin its campaign against Paris FC as the competition continues. The diverse results across Matchday 1 set up a competitive title race.
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