Defending champ Barcelona routs Chelsea 4-1 to reach women's Champions League final
Barcelona secured their place in the women's Champions League final with a commanding 4-1 victory over Chelsea, achieving an 8-2 aggregate win. The team, aiming for their third consecutive title and fourth overall, showcased exceptional skill and coordination, highlighted by Aitana Bonmatí's brilliant solo goal. Chelsea struggled defensively, allowing further goals from Caroline Graham Hansen, Clàudia Pina, and Salma Paralluelo, with Wieke Kaptein scoring a late consolation goal for Chelsea. Barcelona's dominance in the competition is underscored by their impressive tally of 44 goals this season and their ninth consecutive win. The final, set to take place in Lisbon, will see Barcelona face either Lyon or Arsenal, with Lyon holding a narrow lead from the first leg of their semifinal tie.
Barcelona defeated Chelsea 4-1 in the semifinal return leg, leading to an 8-2 aggregate victory and securing a spot in the women's Champions League final, aiming for their third consecutive title and fourth overall.
Aitana Bonmatí's splendid solo effort opened the scoring for Barcelona, as she picked up the ball in her own half, made a rapid run down the right, and finished with a powerful shot into the top right corner.
Chelsea's defensive struggles were evident as they failed to contain Barcelona's attack, conceding additional goals from Caroline Graham Hansen, Clàudia Pina, and Salma Paralluelo.
Wieke Kaptein managed a last-minute consolation goal for Chelsea, but it was too late to alter the outcome of the match.
Barcelona's performance in the tournament has been remarkable, with a total of 44 goals scored this season and maintaining a streak of nine consecutive victories.
The final, scheduled for May 24 at Lisbon's Estádio José Alvalade, will see Barcelona compete against either Lyon, who have an advantage from their semifinal first leg, or Arsenal.
Barcelona's women's team, led by the talent of Ballon d’Or winners Alexia Putellas and Aitana Bonmatí, continues to build on their legacy, having previously defeated Chelsea in the 2021 final to claim their first title.