Lyon defeated Arsenal 3-1 in the second leg of the semi-finals, bringing the aggregate score to 4-3 in favor of Lyon. The match showcased the intensity of competition at this level, with each team showcasing their strengths and weaknesses.

Wendie Renard opened the scoring for Lyon with a penalty after a contentious VAR decision. Kadidiatou Diani then doubled their lead in the first half, scoring in the 36th minute. Arsenal responded in the second half with a goal from Alessia Russo in the 75th minute, but it wasn’t enough to turn the tide.

As tensions mounted, Julie Brand scored a late goal for Lyon—a moment that was initially met with confusion as officials reviewed it through VAR. This decision sparked discussions about officiating standards and technology’s role in critical match moments.

Key statistics:

• Lyon’s total goals: 3
• Arsenal’s total goals: 1
• Aggregate score: 4-3
• Penalties taken by Lyon: 2
• Penalty saved by Van Domselaar: 1

Kim Little remarked on Lyon’s performance, stating they were “the better team and had the better quality on the pitch.” Anita Asante added that slow starts were detrimental for Arsenal, allowing Lyon to build momentum early in the match.

The defeat means Arsenal will next face Brighton & Hove Albion in the Barclays Women’s Super League on May 5, 2026. As they regroup, questions linger about their ability to bounce back from this setback.

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