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UEFA Womenâs Champions League Preview: FC Bayern Frauen vs. FC Barcelona FemenĂ
TL;DR
FC Bayern Frauen will face FC Barcelona FemenĂ in the UEFA Womenâs Champions League semi-final after both teams secured their league titles. Their last encounter saw Barcelona dominate with a 7-1 victory.
Key points
- FC Bayern Frauen and FC Barcelona FemenĂ meet in UEFA Womenâs Champions League semi-final
- Bayern won their seventh Frauen-Bundesliga title
- Barcelona secured their seventh consecutive Liga F title
- Barcelona defeated Bayern 7-1 in their last encounter
- Bayern have won all but one game since that match
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UEFA Womenâs Champions League Preview: FC Bayern Frauen vs. FC Barcelona FemenĂ
FC Bayern and Barcelona will lock horns in the Womenâs Champions League semi-final after they win their respective leagues in midweek. The Frauen-Bundesliga side secured the title for the seventh time in their history, while itâs Barcelonaâs seventh successive Liga F triumph.
Seven was also the story of the night when the two teams met in the brand new league phase of the Champions League. Pere Romeuâs side won the game 7-1 with an efficient performance at Johan Cruyff Stadium.
Bayern have won all but one game in all competitions since that (in)famous fixture in the first week of October. A 3-2 win away at Union Berlin sealed a fourth successive Frauen-Bundesliga title for the Bavarians on Wednesday.
Barcelona were also confirmed as Liga F champions on the same night after a 4-1 derby victory against Espanyol with a rotated lineup. The European giants are keen to put last seasonâs disappointment behind them as they lost on a third straight victory following the narrow defeat to Arsenal.
The holders will host OL Lyonnes at the Emirates Stadium in the other semi-final on Sunday. JosĂ© BordalĂĄsâ side will also enjoy the big support of Allianz Arena as Bayern will play at the menâs stadium for the third time in the competition this season.
Bayern were victorious in both of the previous occasions against WSL opponents, Arsenal and Manchester United. Ivana MartinÄiÄ, who was the referee for last seasonâs final in Lisbon, is assigned for Saturdayâs game. The return leg will be played at Camp Nou on May 3rd.
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Q&A
What are the recent performances of FC Bayern Frauen and FC Barcelona FemenĂ?
FC Bayern Frauen won their fourth consecutive Frauen-Bundesliga title, while FC Barcelona FemenĂ secured their seventh straight Liga F championship.
When did FC Bayern Frauen and FC Barcelona FemenĂ last play against each other?
The last match between FC Bayern Frauen and FC Barcelona FemenĂ took place in October, where Barcelona won 7-1.
What is the significance of the UEFA Womenâs Champions League semi-final for both teams?
The semi-final represents a critical opportunity for both teams to advance to the final, showcasing their dominance in women's football.
