Lyon is the team facing off against another in the Champion League final. - Triumphant bloodshed for the Barca women's team!
Undefeated, Olympique Lyon advances to the Champions League finals where they suffer a 0:2 loss against FC Barcelona in a close contest.
Defending Champions Clinch Victory - Barcelona Outsmarts Lyon!
Let's get down to business. Lyon defender Dumornay committed a foul on Barca's Paredes in the opening minutes, resulting in a quick medical treatment.
The reigning champions take hold of the game. By the 20th minute, Barcelona handed the ball to a lady more than 100 times.
Chances were hard to come by. Lyon's closest call was in the 14th minute when Bronze almost netted an own goal from a corner kick.
Lyon, missing the injured Sara Däbritz and with Marozsan on the bench, displayed an unbeaten form during the season. It didn't clearly show in the first half.
▶︎ 63rd Minute: Suddenly, a swift attack! Bonmati catches a pass from Caldentey and rushes into the penalty area. Her seven-meter left-footed shot is only poorly blocked by Gilles - 1:0 Barcelona!
Lyon battles hard but manages few opportunities. Scoring 11 goals in the last quarter of the season was a feat for them.
▶︎ 77th Minute: A startling turn of events. The substitute Batlle stumbles, getting hit in the face by Diani unintentionally. She receives treatment and leaves the game with a heavy bandage on her face.
Lyon pushes for a tie but fails to create several chances. Barcelona's defense remains impenetrable until the end. In extra time, Putellas (90.+5) secures the deciding goal.
The game's match-winner tosses her jersey off, gets booked. The yellow card had little impact on her.
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Source: symclub.org
