Arsenal Women Face Lyon: Pre-Match Report
The UEFA Women’s Champions League returns with an exciting matchup as Arsenal Women take on Lyon. The match is scheduled for Tuesday at 8 PM at Meadow Park, Borehamwood. Tickets are available for fans looking to support the team as they kick off the league phase.
Recent Performance and Statistics
Arsenal aims to regain momentum after experiencing two draws and one defeat in their last three Barclays Women’s Super League matches. In contrast, Lyon has made a strong start to their season, winning all four of their matches in the Ligue 1. They have scored 19 goals while conceding only three. Key results for Lyon include:
- 3-1 victory against Marseille
- 2-0 win at Saint-Etienne
- 6-1 thrashing of Paris Saint-Germain
- 8-1 success away to Lens
Lyon is unbeaten in all competitions since facing Arsenal last April, where Arsenal secured a 5-3 aggregate victory in the Champions League semi-finals.
Manager Insights
Both managers have shared their thoughts ahead of the match. Arsenal’s head coach commented on the excitement of starting anew, emphasizing the growth within the team and acknowledging the strength of Lyon:
- “We’re very proud of what we did last year, but we all start over again.”
Lyon’s coach, Jonatan Giraldez, also expressed respect for Arsenal, highlighting their talented players. He noted the recent ups and downs of Arsenal but remains aware of their potential:
- “It’ll be a tough game and we’ll have to be perfect.”
Key Match Facts
Historical context adds intrigue to this encounter:
- Arsenal drew with Lyon in their last initial Champions League match as reigning champions.
- Lyon remains unbeaten in their last 17 group stage matches in the Women’s Champions League, winning six in a row.
- Last season, only Barcelona had a better passing accuracy than Arsenal and Lyon.
In terms of aggressive play, Lyon recorded the highest number of high turnovers in the last Champions League season, but Arsenal capitalized effectively on theirs.
Match Officials
The match will be officiated by Italian referee Maria Sole Ferrieri Caputi, aided by assistants Francesca Di Monte and Stefania Signorelli. VAR will also be implemented for this fixture.
How to Watch
Fans can attend the match in person by purchasing tickets on general sale. For those unable to attend, the game will be broadcast live on Disney+ in the UK. Check local listings for global broadcasters carrying the match.
