Overview

• Arsenal defeated Barcelona 1-0 in Lisbon to win their first UEFA Women’s Champions League title since 2007, with substitute Stina Blackstenius scoring the decisive goal.
• The victory ended Barcelona’s pursuit of a third consecutive Champions League title, solidifying Arsenal’s return to European prominence.
• Vice-captain Leah Williamson, a lifelong Arsenal supporter and player, described the triumph as the happiest moment of her life and reaffirmed her commitment to the club.
• Williamson highlighted Arsenal’s sustained investment in women’s football as key to their success, emphasizing the club’s enduring identity and ambition.
• The team celebrated their historic achievement with a trophy parade at the Emirates Stadium, marking a milestone for both the players and fans.