Arsenal prepares for Champions League matches against Barcelona and Lyon

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Last updated Nov 10, 2026

Arsenal prepares for Champions League matches against Barcelona and Lyon
Summary

Arsenal sits sixth in the Women’s Super League, having secured just 13 points from nine matches, significantly trailing leaders Manchester City. Despite a challenging domestic start, the Gunners are set to face Barcelona and Lyon in the upcoming UEFA Women's Champions League. Head coach Renee Slegers remains in charge after a mixed start in Europe, where the team secured a narrow win over HB Koge and a draw against Paris FC. The Gunners look to leverage their recent European success as they aim to remind competitors of their capabilities.

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By the Numbers
  • •Arsenal is sixth in the WSL, 12 points behind Manchester City
  • •Upcoming matches against Barcelona and Lyon in the Champions League
  • •Mixed performance in earlier European fixtures includes a 1-0 win and a 2-2 draw
  • •Renee Slegers remains head coach as the team prepares for crucial matches
  • •Arsenal won the Champions League 18 months ago against top rivals
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  • 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal have already blown their WSL title chances - but Gunners still have the talent to win another Women's Champions League
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Renee Slegers' side have underwhelmed domestically this season, but as huge games with Barcelona and Lyon approach, opportunity knocks for them to remind everyone they could still be capable of something special in Europe

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