Women's Champions League: OL Lyonnes and English trio eye weakened Barcelona
The piece previews the upcoming Women's Champions League campaign, framing Barcelona as the team to beat but noting perceived squad vulnerabilities. OL Lyonnes are positioned as experienced European contenders, while Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City represent England's push for continental silverware. The article weighs squad depth, recent form, and European pedigree of all four challengers against the reigning champions.
Read the full story at theguardian.comBarcelona's dominance in the women's game has rarely been questioned, so any preview that flags them as 'weakened' is notable. OL Lyonnes remain the benchmark for European know-how, while the English trio's growing investment continues to close the gap. The balance of power in the competition could hinge on how Barcelona reshuffle around departures and whether any of the English sides can translate domestic strength into a deep knockout run.
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