Real Madrid Overcomes Wolfsburg in Women’s Champions League Despite Red Cards
Real Madrid faced a challenging matchup against Wolfsburg in the Women’s Champions League, overcoming significant adversity to secure a 2-0 victory. This win propelled them level on points with league leaders Barcelona.
Match Highlights at Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano
The match took place on December 9, 2025, at Real Madrid’s home ground. María Méndez opened the scoring for Madrid in the first half. The game took a tense turn when defender Maëlle Lakrar received a second yellow card during stoppage time, resulting in her dismissal.
Midway through the second half, Colombia forward Linda Caicedo further extended Real Madrid’s lead. However, the team faced another setback when striker Iris Ashley Santiago was shown a straight red card in the dying moments of the match. Despite the two red cards, Real Madrid maintained their composure to secure the win.
Other Matches in Women’s Champions League
Meanwhile, in another notable match, Juventus exhibited dominant performance against St. Pölten, winning 5-0. Italy’s Cristiana Girelli was instrumental, converting two penalties, helping her team join a four-way tie at the top of the group with 10 points.
- Goals by Amalie Vangsgaard and Girelli’s brace contributed to Juventus’ victory.
- Tatiana Pinto and Paulina Krumbiegel rounded out the scoring for the Italians.
Paris Saint-Germain’s Struggles
In contrast, Paris Saint-Germain faced difficulties, managing a goalless draw against OH Leuven. This result left them winless with one point after five matches, placing them third from the bottom of their group.
The Women’s Champions League continues to deliver thrilling action, with teams like Real Madrid and Juventus showcasing their talents amidst intense competition. Fans eagerly await the next round of matches to see if Real Madrid can maintain their momentum.