Arsenal Women achieved a major triumph on May 24, 2025, defeating Barcelona 1- 0 in the UEFA Women's titleholders League final at Lisbon's Estádio José Alvalade. This palm marks Arsenal's alternate European title, their first since 2007, and a remarkable reversal after a grueling season. The Irish Sun 2 Wikipedia 2 Reuters Match Highlights The decisive moment came in the 74th nanosecond when substitute Stina Blackstenius subsidized on a answer from a corner, supported by fellow cover Beth Mead. Despite an early disallowed own thing by Barcelona's Irene Paredes due to offside, Arsenal's defense, led by Leah Williamson, resisted violent pressure from the defending titleholders. Williamson's performance was exceptional, earning her the Player of the Match award. Sky Sports 6 The Irish Sun 6 The Short Fuse 6 Tactical Mastery Under director Renée Slegers, Arsenal executed a disciplined game plan, pressing high in the first half and maintaining countenance under Barcelona's alternate- half dominance. The backline, including Steph Catley, Emily Fox, and Katie McCabe, effectively limited Barcelona's attacking pitfalls, while midfielder Kim Little disintegrated their meter. Irish Independent 3
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