Women’s Champions League Quarterfinals: Second Leg Previews
The four semifinal places will be decided when the quarterfinals conclude on 1 and 2 April 2026. Arsenal, Barcelona, Bayern München and Wolfsburg hold leads from the first legs. Fans and analysts now turn to the second leg previews for the Women’s Champions League.
Overview
Each tie resumes with everything to play for. The winners advance on the road to Oslo.
Bayern München v Manchester United
Marc Skinner said his team will fight to extend their first season in the competition. The first leg at Old Trafford saw United draw level twice before Momoko Tanikawa scored a stunning winner. Only one goal separates the sides heading into the second leg in Munich.
- Bayern have scored three goals in four of their last five Women’s Champions League matches.
- Manchester United would become the first English side to win at Bayern in this competition if they progress.
- Bayern have beaten English sides in all five WCL home meetings to date.
Chelsea v Arsenal
The London derby produced a high-quality first leg and a two-goal advantage for Arsenal. Stina Blackstenius scored from a set piece, while Lauren James and Chloe Kelly added long-range strikes. Alessia Russo’s control under pressure helped secure the Gunners’ lead.
- Chelsea defender Lucy Bronze expressed belief they can overturn the deficit.
- Chelsea reminded fans of last season’s comeback from a two-goal first-leg deficit against Manchester City.
- Arsenal have advanced in four previous UEFA two-legged ties after leading by two goals from the first leg.
Barcelona v Real Madrid
Barcelona delivered a dominant first leg in Madrid, leaving a four-goal cushion. Ewa Pajor scored twice, taking her season total to six goals. Pau Quesada said Barcelona showed an extra gear that day.
- No Women’s Champions League side has overturned a four-goal deficit in a two-legged tie.
- Barcelona have won 30 of their last 32 home WCL matches.
- The club has progressed from all 23 UEFA two-legged ties after winning the first leg.
- Barça can reach an eighth straight semifinal with a home win.
OL Lyonnes v Wolfsburg
A deflected shot by Lineth Beerensteyn decided a tight first leg in Wolfsburg’s favour. Wolfsburg ended Lyon’s run of seven consecutive wins in their head-to-head clash. The tie returns to Lyon with plenty still to decide.
- Wolfsburg have progressed in 27 UEFA two-legged ties after winning the first leg.
- OL Lyonnes have won nine of their last ten WCL home matches, including three this season.
- Lyon have never lost two consecutive matches in a UEFA competition.
- They aim to reach a third straight semifinal.
These second-leg previews highlight tight margins and significant histories. Expect intense matches as teams chase a place in the semifinals and a step closer to Oslo.
