Overview
- Ella Carpenter fired Chelsea ahead in the 16th minute before Ewa Pajor equalized eight minutes later at Stamford Bridge.
- A first‑half power and live‑feed failure halted play for several minutes and temporarily disabled VAR, leading to extended stoppage time.
- Catarina Macario’s 83rd‑minute header was disallowed for offside after review, denying Chelsea a potential winner.
- Ellie Carpenter later dragged a close‑range chance wide as the hosts rued missed opportunities in a much‑improved display.
- Barcelona moved to 10 points alongside Lyon and lead on goal difference, while Chelsea sit sixth on eight; Sam Kerr remained unavailable as her return from an ACL injury is managed and Livia Peng started in goal with Hannah Hampton out.