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Hannah Hampton, England, and Chelsea's no. 1 keeper could be ruled out till next year.

Matchday 3 of the UEFA Women’s Champions League produced significant turning points across the league phase. Several of Europe’s leading clubs strengthened their positions with confident performances, while others suffered setbacks that may shape the rest of their campaigns. The round included a historic first victory for Vålerenga, comprehensive wins for Barcelona and Chelsea, a dramatic comeback by Bayern Munich, and a landmark night for Manchester United at Old Trafford. It also delivered one of the most concerning moments of the season when Atlético de Madrid’s Andrea Medina suffered a serious head injury that required immediate medical treatment. As the competition reaches its halfway stage, the standings are beginning to form clearer patterns, and each result now carries considerable weight. The following match reports present a detailed account of every fixture.

When I think of the women's UEFA Champions League, I think of these players. They are currently playing in this season's competition, have a long and strong history in this trophy battle, and are synonymous with the award. It is no surprise these players have all had success while at Lyon. Who are the most successful clubs in the competition's history? Winning eight times, including five consecutive titles from 2016 to 2020. They have also made the most final appearances (11), most semi-finals (14), and quarter-finals (16), joint with Arsenal.

It's the third matchday of the women’s Champions League, with big fixtures ahead.From Lyon v Wolfsburg’s historic showdown to Arsenal’s trip to Bayern and Barcelona’s unstoppable charge — every fixture tells a story of ambition, resilience, and European pride.

The 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup will be held in Brazil, which qualifies automatically as host. The tournament will feature 32 teams. Qualification takes place through each of the six continental confederations — UEFA (Europe), AFC (Asia), CAF (Africa), CONCACAF (North & Central America & Caribbean), CONMEBOL (South America), and OFC (Oceania) — followed by a 10-team inter-confederation play-off to decide the final three tournament places.

The Women’s Super League delivered another weekend packed with drama, controversy, and statement performances. From Chelsea equalling a historic unbeaten record at the Emirates to Aston Villa shocking Manchester United, every game had a story to tell. Manchester City climbed to the top of the table, promoted London City Lionesses stunned Tottenham, and late goals defined matches in Liverpool and Dagenham. But once again, the spotlight wasn’t just on the football as renewed calls for VAR dominated conversations across the league.

Arsenal 1–1 Chelsea: VAR Debate Overshadows London Derby as Blues Equal WSL Record

Chelsea under Sonia Bompastor is unbeaten in domestic football. Arsenal want to be the ones to break it.

The WSL returns this weekend with pivotal fixtures across the table, as title ambitions, momentum, and pride all collide. Arsenal and Chelsea headline the round in a clash that could shape the title race, while Manchester United look to extend their unbeaten run, and Manchester City aim to keep pace at the top. Elsewhere, Liverpool chase their first win, Tottenham look to maintain their form, and West Ham battle Leicester in a fight for points and confidence. Every match carries weight in a league where small margins continue to define big moments.

Do Arsenal have an injury crisis on its hands?

Have I maybe somewhat cheated… but many players have played for both teams in their careers. Many players started their careers at Arsenal, which was the largest women’s team in England and one of the first clubs to invest in women’s football in the 2010s. Chelsea came into the fold. This is the ultimate starting XI of retired players. They were chosen based on their abilities while at the clubs in question, not on their abilities elsewhere in their careers. 

UEFA has drawn out the groups for the European qualification for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil at its headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland.