Arsenal Women vs Lyon: Holders Face Unbeaten French Champions in Champions League Semi-Final
Gunners seek revenge after league-phase defeat as they chase silverware against Ligue Feminine leaders
Quick Look
- Arsenal Women host Lyon in the Women's Champions League semi-final with the French side unbeaten in all competitions this season and 14 points clear in Ligue Feminine.
- The Gunners, holders of the competition, haven't lost in the league since October and eliminated Chelsea in the previous round.
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Why It Matters
Arsenal are the current holders of the Women's Champions League after winning the competition last season. Lyon are a historically dominant force in women's football, having won multiple Champions League titles. The two teams met in the league phase earlier this season with Lyon winning at Borehamwood.
It is the holders versus the competition's most successful side, making this a rather exciting prospect for all involved. With the prospect of chasing down Manchester City in the WSL, this looks like the Gunners' most likely source of silverware this season. Lyon have already been victorious at Arsenal this season, defeating them at Borehamwood in the league phase but the Emirates should provide a different prospect for the French side for a team who are 14 points clear in Ligue Feminine and are yet to lose in any competition all season. The Gunners have not lost in the league since October and eliminated Chelsea in the last round of the Champions League, so will be unperturbed by the reputation of the visitors. It should make for a cracker! Kick-off: 3.30pm BST
Open Questions
- What is the exact date and time of the match?
- What is the team news and injury situation for both sides?
- What formation and lineup will Arsenal deploy?
