Arsenal, Chelsea, and Man City start Women's Champions League campaigns
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 1:20 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City kicked off their Women's Champions League campaigns amid unconvincing performances. Arsenal secured a late victory against HB Koge, winning with a 95th-minute penalty. Chelsea registered a win over Austria Vienna while facing concerns about their midfield control. Manchester City fought back from a two-goal deficit to draw 2-2 with Bayern Munich. The English teams face tougher challenges ahead as they aim for success this season.
- •Arsenal needed a late penalty to beat HB Koge.
- •Chelsea showed promise but struggled against Austria Vienna.
- •Manchester City rallied to draw 2-2 with Bayern Munich.
- •English teams face competition from last season's finalists Barcelona and Lyon.
- •Upcoming matches will test their capabilities for advancement.
- 1:20 PMYahoo Sports — Unanswered questions for English teams as Women's Champions League returns
- 1:19 PMBBC Football — Unanswered questions for English teams as Women's Champions League returns
"Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City start bids for European glory in unconvincing fashion.
"Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City start bids for European glory in unconvincing fashion.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 24, 2026, 1:20 PMUnanswered questions for English teams as Women's Champions League returns
Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City start bids for European glory in unconvincing fashion.
- BBC FootballSep 24, 2026, 1:19 PMUnanswered questions for English teams as Women's Champions League returns
Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City start bids for European glory in unconvincing fashion.
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