UEFA Women’s Champions League 2026/27 Top Scorers and Assists: Katoto Leads the Race

Marie-Antoinette Katoto of OL Lyonnes anchors the summit of the UEFA Women’s Champions League 2026/27 scoring charts, European football statistics show. The forward set the early pace during the opening rounds and added to her tally in matchday three, according to official tournament data published by UEFA.

Hat-Tricks Shape the Early Scoring Race

Katoto opened her account with a hat-trick during OL Lyonnes’ 0-8 away victory against Servette, before striking three more times to cement her position at the top. The French club enters the current campaign aiming to go one step further than last season, when they finished as tournament runners-up.

Teammate Vicki Becho joined the hat-trick club during matchday three by scoring three goals in the second half of a 6-0 rout over Inter, making her the third player this season to net a treble in the second half of a match. Arsenal forward Alessia Russo matched that feat against Benfica on matchday three, adding to a previous goal scored against Paris FC on matchday two to reach four goals total for the tournament.

Historical Milestones for English and Spanish Stars

Russo’s three goals against Benfica secured a notable piece of history, as tournament records show she became the highest-scoring English player in the competition. She also stands as the first player from England to score a hat-trick in the group stage or league phase.

Meanwhile, Barcelona’s attack remains formidable as reigning top scorer Ewa Pajor and teammate Caroline Graham Hansen sit alongside Becho with three goals apiece. Both players struck during a 0-6 away victory against Roma on matchday two, following earlier goals against Paris FC in the opener. Pajor previously claimed the golden boot for the 2025/26 campaign with 11 goals.

Playmaking Leaders and Historical Scoring Precedent

Salma Paralluelo of OL Lyonnes commands the assists standings with four, pulling clear at the top of the table following her side’s dominant display against Inter in the jornada 3. Graham Hansen follows closely with three assists for Barcelona, having delivered two against Paris FC and another against Roma.

UEFA Women's Champions League 2026/27 Top Scorers and Assists: Katoto Leads the Race
Photo: espn.com

Past Golden Boot Winners in the UEFA Women’s Champions League:

  • 2025/26: Ewa Pajor (Barcelona) — 11 goals
  • 2024/25: ClĂ udia Pina (Barcelona) — 10 goals
  • 2023/24: Kadidiatou Diani (OL Lyonnes) — 8 goals
  • 2022/23: Ewa Pajor (Wolfsburg) — 9 goals
  • 2021/22: Alexia Putellas (Barcelona) — 11 goals
WATCH LIVE | Chelsea vs Roma LIVE | UEFA Women’s Champions League 2026

Editor-in-Chief

Editor-in-Chief

Daniel Richardson is the Editor-in-Chief of Archysport, where he leads the editorial team and oversees all published content across nine sport verticals. With over 15 years in sports journalism, Daniel has reported from the FIFA World Cup, the Olympic Games, NFL Super Bowls, NBA Finals, and Grand Slam tennis tournaments. He previously served as Senior Sports Editor at Reuters and holds a Master's degree in Journalism from Columbia University. Recognized by the Sports Journalists' Association for excellence in reporting, Daniel is a member of the International Sports Press Association (AIPS). His editorial philosophy centers on accuracy, depth, and fair coverage — ensuring every story published on Archysport meets the highest standards of sports journalism.

Football Basketball NFL Tennis Baseball Golf Badminton Judo Sport News