Against Bogey Team Lyon: Wolfsburg's Defeat in the Champions League - Wolfsburg’s women fall to Lyon in Champions League defeat despite Beerensteyn’s late strike
Wolfsburg's women's team suffered a 1:3 defeat to Olympique Lyon in the Champions League. Lineth Beerensteyn scored a late consolation goal for the German side, but it wasn't enough to prevent their first loss in the current Champions League campaign.
The match saw former Wolfsburg forward Jule Brand start for Lyon. She was joined by Ada Hegerberg, who scored two goals in the first half, extending her tally in the current Champions League season. Lyon's Wendie Renard added a second-half penalty to secure the Champions League victory.
Wolfsburg's loss comes after a previous 2:3 defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt in the league. The team has struggled against Lyon in Champions League competitions, with seven consecutive losses. Despite the setback, Wolfsburg will look to bounce back in their next Champions League match against Manchester United.
Wolfsburg's women's team faces an uphill battle after their loss to Lyon. They will need to improve their performance to secure a place in the knockout stages of the Champions League. Their next match against Manchester United will be crucial in determining their fate in the Champions League.
