Arsenal Women secured a dramatic comeback victory against Olympique Lyonnais in the first leg of the UEFA Women's Champions League semi-final on April 26, 2026, at the Emirates Stadium. The match ended 3-2, with Arsenal overturning a two-goal deficit.
Lyon took an early lead through a goal from Delphine Cascarino in the 12th minute, followed by a strike from Sara DΓ€britz in the 35th minute, putting the visitors 2-0 ahead at halftime. Arsenal responded in the second half, with Beth Mead scoring in the 55th minute to reduce the deficit. Stina Blackstenius equalized in the 72nd minute, and Katie McCabe completed the comeback with a goal in the 85th minute.
The result gives Arsenal a narrow advantage ahead of the second leg in Lyon on May 3, 2026. The winner will advance to the final in Eindhoven on May 24, 2026.
