The second legs of the UEFA Women’s Champions League quarterfinals are set to unfold this week, determining the final four teams vying for Europe’s most coveted club title. Several teams carry advantages from the first legs, promising compelling matchups and high stakes as they push to reach the semifinals.
Bayern Munich, Arsenal, FC Barcelona, and Wolfsburg all established leads in the first legs, positioning themselves favorably heading into the return fixtures. The matches will be played on Wednesday and Thursday, with kickoff times varying.
Bayern Munich vs. Manchester United
Bayern Munich travels to the Allianz Arena with a narrow 3-2 lead from their first-leg encounter at Old Trafford. The Bavarian side will aim to capitalize on home advantage and secure their place in the semifinals – a stage they haven’t reached previously in the competition. A win would represent a significant step towards their first ever Champions League Femenina title.
The match is scheduled for Wednesday at 10:45 AM Central Daylight Time (CDMX).
Chelsea vs. Arsenal
A London derby takes center stage as Chelsea hosts Arsenal at Stamford Bridge. Arsenal currently holds a 3-1 aggregate lead after winning the first leg at Emirates Stadium, putting them within touching distance of defending their title. Chelsea, consistently a strong contender in the competition, will need a strong performance and the backing of their home crowd to overturn the deficit.
Kickoff for this crucial clash is set for Wednesday at 1:00 PM CDMX.
FC Barcelona vs. Real Madrid
FC Barcelona appears to have a firm grip on their tie against Real Madrid, boasting a commanding 6-2 aggregate lead following a dominant performance at Estadio Alfredo Di Stéfano. This second leg marks the third meeting between the two Spanish giants in just nine days, with Barcelona having won both previous encounters.
The return leg will be played on Thursday at Camp Nou, where over 52,000 tickets have reportedly been sold, signaling a massive turnout. Barcelona will be eager to put their past final disappointment behind them and return to the championship match. The match is scheduled to begin at 10:45 AM CDMX.
OL Lyonnes vs. Wolfsburg
The tie between OL Lyonnes and Wolfsburg is shaping up to be the most closely contested of the quarterfinals. Wolfsburg holds a slender 1-0 advantage, marking the first time in this Champions League Femenina campaign that Lyonnes have failed to find the back of the net. Both teams have a rich history in the competition, with Lyonnes having won the title a record eight times, even as Wolfsburg has secured two championships.
The second leg will capture place on Thursday at 1:00 PM CDMX.
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Barcelona’s dominant 7-1 victory over Bayern Munich in the league phase on October 7, 2025, demonstrated their attacking prowess, with goals from Alexia Putellas, Ewa Pajor (two goals), Esmee Brugts, Salma Paralluelo, and Clàudia Pina (two goals). [1] This form positions them as strong favorites against Real Madrid.
The UEFA Women’s Champions League continues to showcase the growing quality and competitiveness of women’s football across Europe. These quarterfinal matches promise drama, excitement, and a glimpse of the future stars of the game.
Following these second-leg matches, attention will turn to the draw for the semifinals, where the paths to the final will be determined. The winners of these ties will battle for a place in the showpiece event, scheduled for later this season.
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