Champions League final rematch: Barcelona face Arsenal

FC Barcelona and Arsenal face off in the UEFA Women’s Champions League on Thursday evening in a rematch of the 2025 Champions League final.

Barcelona hungry for revenge

Back then, Arsenal pulled off a major upset with a 1-0 victory over the Catalans. The decisive goal at the Estadio Jose Alvalade in Lisbon was scored by Sweden's Stina Blackstenius, who still wears the "Gunners" shirt today.

ÖFB goalkeeper Manuela Zinsberger was also part of that squad, crowning herself the first Austrian women's Champions League winner.

However, FC Barcelona's women bounced back the following season to bring the Champions League trophy back to Spain.

Before the start of the current campaign, head coach Pere Romeu's side had to cope with some high-profile departures. Foremost among them was Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas' move to the London City Lionesses.

Barca flawless - Arsenal slow to find their stride

Despite the changes, the reigning champions comfortably won all three of their group games and remain among the top favorites for the title.

The start to the season has been a bit tougher for the "Gunners". On matchday one, the London side edged past Danish club HB Koge 1-0 courtesy of a last-minute penalty. In their second match, they had to settle for a 2-2 draw against Paris FC. They then bounced back with a commanding 3-0 victory over Austria Wien's opponents Benfica.

Kick-off for this high-profile clash at Camp Nou is at 6:45 PM (live ticker >>>).