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Arsenal Triumphs Over Barcelona to Win Women's Champions League

Stina Blackstenius' late goal secures Arsenal's second European title, 18 years after their first, in a stunning upset against the tournament favorites.

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Overview

  • Arsenal defeated Barcelona 1-0 in the Women's Champions League final held in Lisbon, with Stina Blackstenius scoring the decisive goal in the 75th minute.
  • The victory marks Arsenal's second Champions League title, their first since 2007, making them the only English club to win the competition twice.
  • Barcelona, heavily favored and aiming for a third consecutive title, was stymied by Arsenal's disciplined defense and tactical adjustments by head coach Renee Slegers.
  • Slegers' substitutions of Blackstenius and Beth Mead proved pivotal, with Mead providing the assist for the winning goal in a match that highlighted Arsenal's resilience.
  • The win capped a challenging season for Arsenal, who overcame early setbacks, including a managerial change, to achieve this remarkable success.