On May 2, 2026, Arsenal Women will face Lyon at Groupama Stadium, seeking to secure their place in consecutive UEFA Women’s Champions League finals. They currently lead the semi-final tie 2-1 on aggregate after a hard-fought first leg.
Lyon, sitting comfortably atop the Division 1 Féminine and unbeaten this season, are determined to overturn the deficit. They sit 12 points ahead of Paris FC, showcasing their dominance in French women’s football. Yet, they have struggled against Arsenal in recent encounters, with only three wins out of ten Champions League matches against them.
Key statistics:
- Arsenal has won their last two Champions League away games against Lyon.
- Alessia Russo leads the Champions League scoring chart with eight goals this season.
- Lyon has conceded just one set-piece goal in this year’s Champions League.
Jonatan Giráldez, Lyon’s coach, emphasized the need for possession and high pressure. “We want to have the possession and apply high pressure,” he stated, highlighting his team’s strategy as they seek to capitalize on their home advantage.
Renee Slegers echoed this sentiment, saying, “We have to earn the right again from the very start.” This reflects the urgency felt within the squad as they prepare for this crucial match. Arsenal’s Leah Williamson returns after injury, adding strength to their defense as they look to hold onto their aggregate lead.
Recent form:
Lyon’s last five matches include two wins, one draw, and two defeats. and Arsenal’s recent form shows three wins and two losses in their last five games.
The match kicks off at 2 PM UK time (3 PM local time) and will be broadcast live on BBC Two and Disney+ in the UK. With just 90 minutes left for Lyon to qualify for the final, every moment counts. The stakes couldn’t be higher as both teams vie for a spot in history.
