Real Madrid Defeat Arsenal 2-0 in Women’s Champions League Quarter-Final First Leg

Goals from Linda Caicedo and Athenea del Castillo, along with poor pitch conditions, leave Arsenal facing a tough challenge in the second leg.

Real Madrid secured a 2-0 victory over Arsenal in the first leg of the Women’s Champions League quarter-final, with goals from Linda Caicedo and Athenea del Castillo.
The match at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stéfano was heavily affected by poor pitch conditions, criticized for hindering gameplay and player safety.
Arsenal defender Leah Williamson's error contributed to Caicedo's opening goal, highlighting defensive struggles for the English side.
Real Madrid midfielder Melanie Leupolz suffered a knee injury during the game, raising concerns about the impact of the poor playing surface.
Arsenal manager Renee Slegers expressed confidence in overturning the deficit in the second leg at the Emirates Stadium next Wednesday.