Champions League qualifier sees Man City assert dominance over Arsenal amidsetzens' disappointment at Hacken clash
Women's Champions League Qualifiers: Roundup of Key Matches
The Women's Champions League qualifiers are underway, with several top European clubs vying for a spot in the league phase. Here's a roundup of some noteworthy matches involving Arsenal, Manchester City, Juventus, Paris Saint-Germain, and Wolfsburg.
In a closely contested match, Arsenal suffered a 1-0 defeat in the first leg of their Women's Champions League qualifier against Hacken. The winning goal came in the 77th minute, courtesy of Tabitha Tindell, with an error from Arsenal defender Katie McCabe contributing to the mistake.
Meanwhile, Manchester City secured a comfortable 5-0 victory over Paris FC in their qualifier match. Jess Park shone for City, scoring two goals, one early and another later in the game.
Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain faced off in another thrilling encounter, with Juventus securing a 3-1 first-leg lead. Hanna Bennison scored for Juve to seal a commanding advantage, while there was no such fortune for Paris Saint-Germain's fellow Italian side Fiorentina, who were hammered 7-0 by Wolfsburg. Wolfsburg captain Alexandra Popp scored a hat-trick in the match.
In a significant development, Manchester City's victory in the Champions League has given them growing confidence heading into their domestic fixture against Arsenal. City's star striker Vivianne Miedema scored the opening goal on her competitive debut for the club in the Champions League match.
It's important to note that Arsenal, as the reigning champions, received direct entry into the league phase and did not play in the early qualifying rounds. Similarly, no detailed official match scores or comprehensive analysis are yet available for Manchester City, Juventus, Paris Saint-Germain, or Wolfsburg qualifier matches in the 2025–26 Women’s Champions League. The third qualifying round draw will take place on 31 August 2025, and more detailed results will emerge following subsequent matches.
For up-to-date and detailed results, checking UEFA’s official site or trusted sports news sources after the completion of qualifying rounds later in August and September 2025 is recommended. Arsenal will face Manchester City in the Women's Super League between the two Hacken clashes. The return leg of the qualifier matches will be played in the coming weeks, with a comeback needed by Arsenal to advance in the Champions League.
In the realm of European football, the champions league is not exclusive to men's clubs. Arsenal, Manchester City, Juventus, Paris Saint-Germain, and Wolfsburg aspire to make their mark in the Women's Champions League. Manchester City's dominance in their recent Champions League match against Paris FC might serve as a morale booster for their upcoming domestic fixture against Arsenal, who were defeated in the Women's Champions League qualifier against Hacken.
