Lyon continued their impressive run in the Champions League, securing a third consecutive victory with a 3-1 win over Wolfsburg. Ada Hegerberg’s first-half double was pivotal in this clash between two teams with ten titles combined.
Jonatan Giraldez’s squad demonstrated their prowess at Groupama Stadium, leaving no doubt about their intentions for the tournament.
Hegerberg opened the scoring for Lyon in the 25th minute. She capitalised on a rebound after Lindsey Heaps’ free-kick hit the crossbar. Just five minutes later, Hegerberg doubled Lyon’s lead by expertly flicking Selma Bacha’s set-piece into the bottom-left corner, showcasing her skill and precision.
Wendie Renard added a third goal for Lyon in the 72nd minute from the penalty spot after Melchie Dumornay was fouled by Lena Lattwein. Although Lineth Beerensteyn scored for Wolfsburg to make it 3-1, it was merely a consolation as Lyon held firm to secure the win.
Elsewhere, Real Madrid managed to salvage a draw against Paris FC at Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano. Caroline Weir’s 98th-minute equaliser ensured a 1-1 result after Lorena Azzaro had given Paris FC the lead from a penalty just before half-time.
Valerenga Makes History
Valerenga celebrated their first league phase victory with a narrow 1-0 win over Roma. Stine Brekken scored the decisive goal in the 40th minute, marking a significant milestone for Valerenga in their Champions League journey.
Ada Hegerberg continues to dominate the Champions League scoring charts. Her latest brace increased her tally to 69 goals, extending her lead over former teammate Eugenie Le Sommer by at least 19 goals. This achievement underscores Hegerberg’s remarkable consistency and impact on European football.
Lyon’s strong start to this season is evident as they have scored eight goals so far, trailing only behind Madrid (nine), Barcelona, and Chelsea (both with eleven). Their latest performance was backed by an expected goals (xG) total of four from 21 shots, highlighting their attacking efficiency.
Selma Bacha also made history during this match. She became the youngest player to reach 60 appearances in Champions League history. Bacha excelled with team-high numbers in touches (126), total passes (95), final third passes (36), and crosses (15), contributing significantly to Lyon’s success.
The recent matches have showcased thrilling performances and historic achievements across teams. As Lyon continues its quest for another title, players like Hegerberg and Bacha are proving instrumental in their campaign. The competition remains fierce with other clubs also making significant strides in their respective matches.