The buzz is in the air as Arsenal Women gear up to face off against Real Madrid Women in the first leg of their UEFA Women’s Champions League quarter-final. This exciting match is set to take place in Madrid at 5:45 PM UK time on an upcoming date. This clash marks the first meeting between these two teams, which makes it even more thrilling for fans from both sides!
Our UWCL Journey So Far
Arsenal Women have come a long way to reach this stage in the Champions League. They successfully navigated through the qualifying rounds, defeating other strong teams like Rangers, Rosenborg, and BK Hacken. In the group stage, despite suffering an early setback against Bayern Munich, the Gunners managed to bounce back and topped their group, showing resilience and team spirit.
Our Opponents
Real Madrid Femenino, who were formed just a few years back in 2020, have already made a name for themselves. This will be their second time reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League, proving that they belong among the top teams in Europe. They finished second in their group, just behind Chelsea, and are known for having a talented squad featuring players like Caroline Weir, Linda Caicedo, Signe Bruun, and Olga Carmona. With so many skilled players, the challenge that awaits Arsenal is immense.
What the Managers Say
The managers of both teams are keenly aware of the importance of this match. Arsenal’s manager, Renée Slegers, describes Real Madrid as a strong collective unit with several key threats, making them a worthy opponent. On the other hand, Real Madrid’s head coach, Alberto Toril, anticipates a closely contested tie, acknowledging that both teams have worked hard to get where they are and will be fighting for every chance on the pitch.
Team News
In preparation for the match, the focus is also on the team lineup. Unfortunately, Arsenal will be missing Lotte Wubben-Moy and Daphne van Domselaar, who did not travel with the squad to Madrid. However, there’s some good news as Laia Codina has successfully recovered from minor fitness issues and is ready to contribute. This could be key for Arsenal as they aim to secure a strong position in the quarter-finals.
Match Officials
Making sure the game runs smoothly is crucial, and the match will be officiated by the experienced referee Frida Klarlund, accompanied by assistants Fie Brunn and Daniela Gottlinger, with Riem Hussein as the fourth official. Having a reliable team of officials is always important for the fairness of the match.
How to Watch
For those who can’t make it to the stadium, worry not! The match will be streamed live on DAZN’s YouTube channel. Fans all over the globe can tune in to watch every thrilling moment of this historic clash between Arsenal and Real Madrid.
