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Barcelona Femení Wins Duelo de Estrellas on Penalties After Lightning Delay

The showcase doubled as Lizbeth Ovalle’s local farewell following her reported $2 million move to Orlando Pride.

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Overview

  • Barcelona Femení beat the Liga MX Femenil All-Stars 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw at Estadio Universitario in Monterrey.
  • The kickoff was pushed nearly two hours due to an electrical storm with lightning that halted pre-match protocol.
  • Play briefly stopped again shortly after the restart when the stadium lights went out before illumination returned.
  • Charlyn Corral was taken to a hospital following an accidental kick to the face during the first half.
  • Lizbeth Ovalle received an ovation before being substituted in the 53rd minute as the event served as her on-site farewell.