Arsenal, Manchester City, and Bayern Secure Women's Champions League Quarterfinal Spots

Late goals and standout performances highlight key matches as group stage nears conclusion.

Arsenal clinched their place in the Women's Champions League quarterfinals with Lina Hurtig's 89th-minute winner against Juventus, ensuring Juventus' elimination from Group C.
Manchester City advanced to the knockout stage with a 2-1 victory over Hammarby, featuring two goals from Khadija Shaw, despite a controversial yellow card for her goal celebration.
Bayern Munich also progressed to the quarterfinals after a 1-1 draw with Vålerenga, setting up a decisive group-topping clash with Arsenal on December 18.
Barcelona's Alexia Putellas scored her 200th goal for the club in a 4-1 win over St. Pölten, keeping them on track for the quarterfinals with two games to play.
The introduction of the Swiss system to next season's competition is expected to increase competitiveness, addressing concerns about predictability in group-stage outcomes.