Arsenal Women Comeback Stuns Real Madrid in Champions League Quarter-Final

🕓 Last updated on September 3, 2025

Arsenal Women comeback stuns Real Madrid. Russo scores twice in 3-0 win to overturn first-leg deficit and reach Champions League semi-final.

Arsenal Women comeback stole the spotlight as they overturned a 2-0 first-leg deficit to eliminate Real Madrid from the UEFA Women’s Champions League. The Gunners won 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium, securing a 3-2 aggregate victory and a spot in the semi-finals.

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After a goalless first half, Arsenal exploded with three goals in 14 minutes. Alessia Russo opened the scoring in the 46th minute, finishing a Chloe Kelly cross. Mariona Caldentey followed with a header from another Kelly delivery.

Russo then sealed the win with her second goal, converting a Katie McCabe free-kick.

Arsenal’s Intensity Overwhelms Real Madrid

Real Madrid struggled to handle Arsenal’s pace and pressing. Linda Caicedo and Filippa Angeldal created brief threats, but couldn’t break through. Daphne van Domselaar stood firm in goal, preserving the clean sheet.

Arsenal’s high press and sharp passing defined the second half.

Renee Slegers’ Tactical Shift Pays Off

Manager Renee Slegers inspired the turnaround with a decisive halftime team talk. Her tactical adjustments gave Arsenal renewed energy. The team executed the plan with precision and aggression.

Slegers’ leadership proved crucial in the comeback.

Arsenal Women Comeback Sets Up Lyon Semi-Final

This win sends Arsenal into a semi-final clash with Lyon, one of Europe’s most decorated teams. The Gunners now chase Champions League glory with momentum and belief.

Fans will remember this night as one of the club’s finest European performances

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