Chelsea Secure UEFA Women’s Champions League Quarter-Finals with Dominant 3-0 Win Over Celtic
Chelsea secured their place in the UEFA Women’s Champions League quarter-finals with an emphatic 3-0 victory over Celtic at Stamford Bridge, continuing their dominant form in Group B with two games to spare.
Chelsea 3-0 Celtic
- Lucy Bronze scored within 65 seconds, capitalizing on a fast start.
- Wieke Kaptein doubled the lead midway through the first half with a well-timed header from Guro Reiten’s cross.
- In stoppage time, Eve Perisset sealed the win from the penalty spot.
Chelsea’s victory, coupled with their strong performance throughout the group stage, solidifies their reputation as tournament favorites.
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Other Group Results
Group A
- Wolfsburg 5-0 Galatasaray: Alexandra Popp scored a hat-trick as Wolfsburg climbed to six points, joining Roma in second place.
- Lyon 4-1 Roma: After Giulia Dragoni gave Roma a shock lead in the 74th minute, Lyon responded with goals from Kadidiatou Diani (2), Eugenie Le Sommer, and Wendie Renard, maintaining their perfect record.
Group B
- Real Madrid 3-2 FC Twente: Linda Caicedo, Signe Bruun, and Alba Redondo helped Real Madrid overturn an early deficit to secure three points, keeping pressure on Chelsea.
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Group C
- Vålerenga vs Bayern Munich (5:45 PM)
- Arsenal vs Juventus (8:00 PM)
Group D
- Hammarby vs Manchester City (5:45 PM)
- St. Pölten vs Barcelona (8:00 PM)
These matches are crucial as teams fight for a spot in the knockout stages of the competition.
Chelsea’s Women’s team delivered an impressive performance against Celtic, maintaining their momentum from their recent fixtures. Here are some highlights and takeaways from the match:
Key Match Moments
- Early Dominance: Lucy Bronze wasted no time, opening the scoring within two minutes with a spectacular strike that set the tone for the match.
- Wieke Kaptein’s Moment: Her headed goal following a perfectly placed Guro Reiten cross was a standout moment, showcasing Chelsea’s attacking synergy.
- Kaneryd’s Magic: Johanna Rytting Kaneryd dazzled with a mesmerizing dribble and clinical finish shortly before Kaptein’s goal, demonstrating her individual brilliance.
- Young Talents Shine: Julia Bartel and Lola Brown made their debuts, gaining valuable experience in a high-stakes match.
What’s Next?
- Next Opponent: Chelsea will host Manchester United in a pivotal Women’s Super League clash.
- Focus: With the league heating up, this game will be crucial in solidifying their position at the top of the WSL table.
Chelsea’s form looks formidable, and the balance between experience and emerging talent in the squad is paying dividends.
Chelsea Secure UEFA Women’s Champions League Quarter-Finals with Dominant 3-0 Win Over Celtic
