Barcelona, Lyon, and Chelsea have solidified their positions in the Women's Champions League. After the latest round of matches, these teams are leading the pack, showcasing their potential to claim the title.
Barcelona tops the standings with 13 points after a 3-1 victory over Benfica, largely due to Alexia Putellas' contributions. Their goal difference almost guarantees them a spot in the quarter-finals.
Lyon secured a 3-0 win against Manchester United, preventing United from breaking into the top four. Meanwhile, Chelsea delivered an impressive performance by defeating Roma 6-0 at Stamford Bridge. Five different players scored for Chelsea following an own goal by Valentina Bergamaschi. This victory places Chelsea third in the standings.
Chelsea's dominant display was remarkable, especially since Sam Kerr didn't score or assist. Despite her four shots totaling 1.78 xG, she couldn't find the net. However, her teammates excelled, surpassing their expected goals of 4.58. This was Chelsea's second 6-0 win in this season's Champions League.
Our second 6-0 victory in the Champions League this season! #UWCL pic.twitter.com/cPV2VgriVh
— Chelsea FC Women (@ChelseaFCW) December 10, 2025
Elsewhere, Roma and Benfica were eliminated after their respective defeats. Paris FC secured a top-12 finish by narrowly beating Valerenga 1-0. Atletico Madrid is close to securing a play-off spot but remains vulnerable to Valerenga after drawing 2-2 with Bayern Munich.
Barcelona had to work hard for their win against Benfica despite having chances worth 5.02 xG. They managed only two goals besides benefiting from a Christy Ucheibe own goal. This highlights that even top teams face challenges in converting opportunities into goals.
The competition remains fierce as teams vie for quarter-final spots. With one round left in the league phase, every match is crucial for those on the brink of advancing or elimination.
The upcoming matches will determine which teams advance further and who falls short of expectations. As it stands, Barcelona and Lyon appear well-positioned for success, while Chelsea's recent form suggests they could be strong contenders too.
