European Soccer Roundup: Big Weekend for Women’s Leagues
The weekend saw a flurry of action in Europe’s top women’s soccer leagues, with several high-profile matchups and thrilling finishes. In the Women’s Super League (WSL), Arsenal failed to capitalize on Chelsea’s absence, drawing 0-0 with Everton despite dominating possession. Liverpool, meanwhile, edged Tottenham 3-2 in a dramatic encounter.
In Spain, Real Madrid extended Valencia’s winless streak to seven games with a narrow 1-0 victory, while Barcelona came from behind to thrash Madrid CFF 8-1. The Catalans’ rotated squad looked flat in the first half, but a second-half surge saw them score eight unanswered goals.
In Germany, Wolfsburg bounced back from their loss to Eintracht Frankfurt with a convincing win over RB Leipzig, while Hoffenheim ended a three-game losing streak with a victory over Werder Bremen. Juventus opened up a three-point lead in Italy, as Roma and Inter Milan faltered once again.
In France, Lyon, Paris Saint-Germain, and Saint-Étienne maintained their perfect starts to the season. Rosengård claimed their 14th Damallsvenskan title in Sweden, while Stade de Reims continued to struggle in France.
Other notable results included Athletic Club’s 2-0 win over Atlético Madrid, Crystal Palace’s first WSL victory, and a thrilling 6-goal encounter between Brighton & Hove Albion and Aston Villa. The weekend’s action set the stage for an exciting season ahead in women’s soccer.
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