Barcelona delivered a commanding performance, overpowering Real Madrid 6-0 to secure a place in the Women’s Champions League semifinals. This victory marks Barcelona’s eighth consecutive semifinal appearance, a record in the competition.
Highlighting Barcelona’s Dominance
The team showcased their prowess on Thursday, achieving a staggering 12-2 aggregate score over the two-legged quarterfinal. Key players contributed significantly to the victory, including:
- Caroline Graham Hansen – 2 goals
- Alexia Putellas – 1 goal
- Irene Paredes – 1 goal
- Ewa Pajor – 1 goal
- Esmee Brugts – 1 goal
This win also marked Barcelona’s sixth triumph over Madrid in the women’s clásico within the current season.
Significant Match Events
The match took place at the newly renovated Camp Nou, attended by 60,067 fans, marking a historic moment for women’s football at the venue. Barcelona’s offense began strong, with Pajor’s early shot saved, leading to Putellas scoring the rebound. This goal was significant, as it celebrated her 500th appearance for the club and made her the first Spanish player to reach 30 goals in women’s club competitions, according to UEFA statistics.
Following Putellas’ goal, Graham Hansen added another, followed by a header from Paredes in the 27th minute, establishing a 3-0 lead. Pajor then scored her career 40th goal in European club competitions before halftime.
Looking Ahead: Next Competition
In the second half, Graham Hansen chipped in another goal, taking the score to 5-0. Brugts sealed the victory with a sixth goal, assisted by Clara Serrajordi. Barcelona is poised to face Bayern Munich in the semifinals, with aspirations to reclaim the title they lost to Arsenal last season.
Upcoming Matches
The semifinals will also feature a match between Olympique Lyon and Wolfsburg, which is crucial for determining the final team to join Barcelona and Bayern Munich. Wolfsburg currently leads with a 1-0 advantage from the first leg.
Barcelona’s Unbeaten Journey
This season, Barcelona has maintained an unbeaten record in the league phase, scoring 20 goals while conceding only three. Their continued excellence underscores their ambition in the Women’s Champions League.
