The league phase of the UEFA Women’s Champions League for the 2025-26 season is nearing completion, showcasing intense competition and thrilling matches. With Round 5 now concluded, renowned teams are asserting their dominance while other clubs strive to make a significant impact on the tournament’s history.
The second-to-last round finished with standout performances. Juventus secured a spot in Serie A with a 5-0 victory over St. Polten, highlighted by captain Christiana Girelli, who scored two penalties. Arsenal, the reigning champions, quietly progressed to the final round thanks to Beth Mead’s crucial goal against Twente.
As the league phase wraps up, the picture remains incomplete for the quarterfinals and playoffs, but excitement builds as teams prepare for Game 6, which could hold promise for many.
### UWCL Scores
#### Tuesday’s Results
– St. Polten 0, Juventus 5
– Real Madrid 2, VfL Wolfsburg 0
– Arsenal 1, FC Twente 0
– Paris Saint-Germain 0, Ohio State Leuven Women 0
#### Wednesday’s Results
– Chelsea FC 6, Roma 0
– FC Barcelona 3, SL Benfica 1
– OL Lyon 3, Manchester United 0
– Atletico Madrid 2, Bayern Munich 2
– Paris FC 1, Valerenga 0
### UWCL Table
| Position | Team | MP | W | D | L | GD | Points |
|———-|———————–|—-|—|—|—|—–|——–|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | +15 | 13 |
| 2 | OL Lyon | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | +9 | 13 |
| 3 | Chelsea FC | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | +16 | 11 |
| 4 | Juventus | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | +6 | 10 |
| 5 | Real Madrid | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | +6 | 10 |
| 6 | Bayern Munich | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | -3 | 10 |
| 7 | VfL Wolfsburg | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | +4 | 9 |
| 8 | Arsenal | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | +2 | 9 |
| 9 | Manchester United | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 9 |
| 10 | Paris FC | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 8 |
| 11 | Atletico Madrid | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | +8 | 7 |
| 12 | Oud Heverle Leuven | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | -2 | 6 |
| 13 | Valerenga Oslo | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 4 |
| 14 | FC Twente Enschede | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | -6 | 2 |
| 15 | SL Benfica Lisbon | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | -7 | 1 |
| 16 | Paris Saint-Germain | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | -8 | 1 |
| 17 | AS Roma | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | -15 | 1 |
| 18 | SKN St. Pölten | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | -20 | 1 |
### FC Barcelona and OL Lyon Aim for Top Spots
FC Barcelona and OL Lyon have both secured their places in the quarterfinals, demonstrating their strength in the competition. Despite dealing with injuries, including the loss of Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bommatti for five months due to a fractured fibula, the teams have rallied impressively. Alexia Putelas, though missing a penalty, remains a vital player, along with Caroline Graham-Hansen’s standout contributions.
Meanwhile, OL Lyon is also making waves, with Haiti international Melqui Dumornay enhancing her Ballon d’Or candidacy through impressive performances, including multiple goals against both Arsenal and Manchester United.
### Liga F Showcase
With teams like Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid poised for the next phase, Liga F’s clubs are preparing to prove they are more than just supporting acts to FC Barcelona’s storied legacy. Linda Caicedo, from Real Madrid, was instrumental in their 2-0 victory over Wolfsburg, earning Player of the Game honors.
Atletico Madrid kept their knockout stage dreams alive with an exciting comeback against Bayern Munich, showcasing their resilience.
### PSG’s Disappointing Exit
As the league phase comes to a close, Paris Saint-Germain’s exit stands out as a significant upset. Once deemed favorites, they failed to secure a single win in their five matches, resulting in their elimination. Along with FC Twente and SKN St. Pölten, they will bid farewell after the sixth round.
### Next Round
The final match of the league will determine seeding for the quarterfinals and playoffs. All matches will take place simultaneously on December 17th.
### Fan Take
This season’s UEFA Women’s Champions League is a thrilling showcase of talent and ambition, with classic teams like Barcelona and Lyon aiming for renewed glory. For soccer fans, this heightened competition not only emphasizes the growth of women’s soccer but also keeps hope alive for unexpected upsets and breakout performances in the subsequent rounds.
