Arsenal Secures UEFA Women's Champions League Title with Victory Over Barcelona
Stina Blackstenius scores decisive goal as Arsenal defeats Barcelona 1-0 in Lisbon.
Arsenal captured the UEFA Women's Champions League title by defeating Barcelona 1-0 in the final held at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon on May 24, 2025. Swedish forward Stina Blackstenius scored the winning goal in the 75th minute, striking a low shot into the net following a reverse pass from fellow substitute Beth Mead.
This victory marks Arsenal's first Champions League title in 18 years and secures their status as the only English club to have ever won the tournament, having previously triumphed in 2007.
The match was characterized by strong defensive play from Arsenal, with Australian players Caitlin Foord and Steph Catley making significant contributions.
They helped the team withstand intense pressure from Barcelona, who was vying for their third consecutive Champions League title.
Despite the defeat, Barcelona maintained their reputation as a dominant force in women's football, having won three of the previous four Champions League finals and reached the final for the sixth time in seven years.
Their midfielder Aitana Bonmatí expressed disappointment, stating, "I don't believe it.
I just want to start the game again and do it differently.
Personally, this hurts me a lot."
Arsenal's head coach Renée Slegers praised the resilience and determination of her players, who had suffered through a tumultuous season that involved her appointment mid-season following the resignation of Jonas Eidevall.
Following the final whistle, Arsenal players celebrated with their supporters, singing along to Queen's "We Are The Champions."
The triumphant Arsenal team featured three Australian internationals: Foord, Catley, and Kyra Cooney-Cross, the latter having remained an unused substitute during the match.
The victory is celebrated not only by Arsenal fans but also by Australian football supporters, as the trio joins their teammate Ellie Carpenter, who previously won the Champions League with Lyon.
Arsenal's success comes at a time when the women's game is experiencing increasing global attention and investment, further highlighting the growth of women's football.
This victory marks Arsenal's first Champions League title in 18 years and secures their status as the only English club to have ever won the tournament, having previously triumphed in 2007.
The match was characterized by strong defensive play from Arsenal, with Australian players Caitlin Foord and Steph Catley making significant contributions.
They helped the team withstand intense pressure from Barcelona, who was vying for their third consecutive Champions League title.
Despite the defeat, Barcelona maintained their reputation as a dominant force in women's football, having won three of the previous four Champions League finals and reached the final for the sixth time in seven years.
Their midfielder Aitana Bonmatí expressed disappointment, stating, "I don't believe it.
I just want to start the game again and do it differently.
Personally, this hurts me a lot."
Arsenal's head coach Renée Slegers praised the resilience and determination of her players, who had suffered through a tumultuous season that involved her appointment mid-season following the resignation of Jonas Eidevall.
Following the final whistle, Arsenal players celebrated with their supporters, singing along to Queen's "We Are The Champions."
The triumphant Arsenal team featured three Australian internationals: Foord, Catley, and Kyra Cooney-Cross, the latter having remained an unused substitute during the match.
The victory is celebrated not only by Arsenal fans but also by Australian football supporters, as the trio joins their teammate Ellie Carpenter, who previously won the Champions League with Lyon.
Arsenal's success comes at a time when the women's game is experiencing increasing global attention and investment, further highlighting the growth of women's football.
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