Olympique Lyonnais Féminin reminded the world why they are Europe’s most decorated women’s football club with a commanding 3–1 victory over VfL Wolfsburg Women in Round 3 of the UEFA Women’s Champions League league phase.
The French giants, powered by Ada Hegerberg’s brace, delivered a masterclass in attacking precision and defensive resilience — a performance that Kenyan football fans would describe simply as “nyama choma hot!”
First Half: Hegerberg Shines Bright
Lyon took early control of the game, pressing high and dominating possession.
In the 25th minute, Ada Hegerberg broke the deadlock with a superb finish after a well-timed run. Just five minutes later, the Norwegian doubled Lyon’s advantage, this time assisted by Selma Bacha, whose pinpoint cross found Hegerberg perfectly placed to make it 2–0.
The crowd erupted as Lyon’s relentless tempo left Wolfsburg struggling to regain composure before halftime.
Second Half: Resilience and Response
Wolfsburg came back with renewed determination, and it paid off in the 53rd minute when Chantal Zicai reduced the deficit with a clinical strike. However, Lyon’s defensive backbone — led by Wendie Renard — held firm.
Renard then sealed the win in the 72nd minute with a confidently taken penalty, making it 3–0 before Wolfsburg’s Lineth Beerensteyn pulled one back late in the 80th minute from Peddemors’ assist.
Despite the late goal, Lyon’s quality proved too much for the German side, finishing the match with a well-deserved 3–1 victory.
Key Match Stats
| Statistic | Lyon W | Wolfsburg W |
| Possession | 56% | 44% |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 4 |
| Corners | 5 | 3 |
| Fouls | 10 | 12 |
| Goals | 3 | 1 |
Lyon’s clinical edge in front of goal and disciplined defense were the decisive factors — a tactical triumph by manager Sonia Bompastor.
Lineups and Substitutions
Lyon W Starting XI:
Hegerberg, Diani, Bacha, Renard, Lawrence, Chawinga, Katoto, Egurrola, Bjelde, Shrader, and Tarciane.
Key Substitutions:
- Katoto replaced Hegerberg (76’)
- Lawrence replaced Tarciane (77’)
- Egurrola came in for Diani (81’)
Wolfsburg W Starting XI:
Popp, Huth, Zicai, Beerensteyn, Lattwein, Brand, Kielland, Levels, Bergsvand, Minge, and Peddemors.
Key Substitutions:
- Lattwein and Huth off for Kielland and Zicai (61’)
- Bussy for Popp (79’)]
- Bjelde for Levels (79’)
Final Thoughts
Lyon’s 3–1 win cements their position as the favorites to lift yet another Champions League title. Ada Hegerberg’s double reminds everyone why she remains one of the most lethal strikers in women’s football.
The match showcased everything fans love — intensity, skill, and unforgettable goals — proving once again that women’s football in Europe continues to set new standards.
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