Real Madrid Women secured a crucial victory over Arsenal Women in the first leg of the Women’s Champions League quarterfinals at the Alfredo Di Stéfano Stadium in Madrid. The match showcased intense competition, spectacular goals, and key performances from both sides.
Match Highlights and Key Moments
The game saw Real Madrid’s attacking dominance early on, with Caicedo netting the opening goal, setting the tone for an exciting contest. The breakthrough moment electrified the home crowd as Madrid took the lead against a determined Arsenal side.
Athenea del Castillo later doubled Real Madrid’s advantage, celebrating alongside captain Olga Carmona, highlighting Madrid’s sharp attacking play. Meanwhile, Arsenal’s Chloe Kelly and Alessia Russo worked hard to break down Madrid’s defense, but the Spanish side held firm.
Throughout the match, duels between Katie McCabe and Ingrid Filippa Angeldahl, as well as Signe Bruun and McCabe, reflected the intense physicality and high stakes of the Women’s Champions League knockout stage.
Players Who Stood Out
- Athenea del Castillo – Scored Madrid’s second goal, reinforcing their dominance.
- Caicedo – Opened the scoring, setting the tone for Madrid’s victory.
- Olga Carmona – Led from the front, contributing both defensively and offensively.
- Chloe Kelly & Alessia Russo (Arsenal) – Created attacking opportunities but struggled to convert against Madrid’s solid defense.
With this victory, Real Madrid heads into the second leg with momentum, while Arsenal must regroup and deliver a strong performance in the return fixture to keep their Champions League hopes alive. The decisive second leg promises an exciting battle for a semifinal spot in Europe’s most prestigious women’s football competition.
