The women's teams of Lyon and Real Madrid each secured victories in their respective quarter-finals of the UEFA Women's Champions League on March 18, 2025, with Lyon triumphing over Bayern Munich and Real Madrid defeating Arsenal.
In the first match of the day, Lyon's women faced Bayern Munich in Germany and emerged victorious with a score of 2-0. This match highlighted their dominance as one of Europe’s leading women's football teams.
# Lyon 2, Bayern Munich 0
The match began with Lyon showcasing their strength. The opening goal was scored by Doriane Robert in the 37th minute, demonstrating Lyon's early control and momentum. They doubled their lead when Emelyne Laurent found the net at the 66th minute, securing the win for Lyon.
Bayern Munich struggled to turn the tide, failing to capitalize on several chances throughout the match. The loss puts extra pressure on the German side as they prepare for the second leg of the tie.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid's women's team also earned a convincing victory at home, beating Arsenal 2-0 in the first leg of their quarter-final clash in the UEFA Women's Champions League. This match showcased Madrid's playmaking ability and tactical awareness.
# Real Madrid 2, Arsenal 0
Real Madrid struck first, with Colombian striker Linda Caicedo scoring in the 22nd minute. This goal set the tone for the first half and energized the home crowd. The second goal came in the 82nd minute, courtesy of Afina del Castillo, who had come off the bench to secure the win for Real Madrid.
Both Madrid and Lyon's victories set them up for strong positions ahead of the second leg of their respective ties, scheduled to occur next week. Lyon and Real will look to maintain their advantage as they aim for a place in the semi-finals.
The return legs for both matches promise to be exciting encounters as Bayern Munich and Arsenal look for redemption and an opportunity to advance to the semi-final stages of the tournament.
