Lyon’s Jule Brand scored the winning goal in the 86th minute, leading her team to a 3-1 victory over Arsenal at Groupama Stadium. This win secured Lyon’s place in the Women’s Champions League final.
Lyon entered the match down 2-1 on aggregate after losing the first leg. Wendie Renard opened the scoring for Lyon with a penalty kick, successfully converting on her second attempt. Alessia Russo equalized for Arsenal, bringing her total to nine goals in the competition.
Kadidiatou Diani added Lyon’s second goal, guiding a corner into the net at the back post. This set up Brand’s decisive strike late in the match. The victory marks Lyon’s record-extending 12th appearance in a Women’s Champions League final.
The final will take place in Oslo on May 23. Lyon will face either Bayern Munich or three-time champion Barcelona. Lindsey Heaps expressed pride in her team’s performance, stating, “It’s a little bit emotional making it to the final.”
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