Barcelona Women Advance to Champions League Semi‑Final with 6‑0 Rout of Real Madrid

Barcelona Women Advance to Champions League Semi‑Final with 6‑0 Rout of Real Madrid

Suara Pecari – 03 April 2026 | Barcelona Women secured a 6-0 victory over Real Madrid Women in the UEFA Women’s Champions League quarter‑final, advancing to the semi‑finals. The match took place at the Spotify Camp Nou in front of more than 60,000 spectators.

The win marked Barcelona Femeni’s first appearance at the renovated stadium in nearly three years. Fans witnessed a dominant display that continued the team’s unbeaten run in all competitions.

Alexia Putellas celebrated her 500th club appearance by opening the scoring and providing the assist for the second goal. Both strikes came before the 15‑minute mark, setting the tone for the encounter.

Real Madrid managed to register two goals through Irene Paredes and Ewa Pajor before halftime, but they remained well behind the Catalan side. Barcelona’s fluid attacking play left the visitors unable to create meaningful chances.

Caroline Graham Hansen added a third Barcelona goal in the 55th minute after receiving a precise pass from Putellas. Her finish rolled past goalkeeper Misa Rodríguez and extended the lead.

Substitute Esmee Brugts completed the scoring tally, tapping in the sixth goal after a well‑executed team move. The final score reflected Barcelona’s control throughout the match.

The victory ensures Barcelona will meet Bayern Munich in the semi‑final, with the second leg to be decided in May in Oslo. The other semi‑final will feature Arsenal against Lyon, a repeat of last season’s tie.

Barcelona’s unbeaten streak now stretches to 27 matches across all competitions. Their last loss in Europe came in the previous season’s Champions League final.

Coach Pere Romeu praised his squad’s intensity and professionalism after the win. “The players kept their hunger and intensity from the first minute to the 90th,” he told UEFA.

Romeu also highlighted the privilege of playing at Camp Nou and the support of the fans. He emphasized that the team trains with the same commitment they show on the field.

Forward Caroline Graham Hansen described the atmosphere as unforgettable. “Playing here with these fans and the best team in the world is a memory I will cherish forever,” she said.

The club’s success builds on three consecutive Champions League titles, though they were dethroned by Arsenal last season. Barcelona now aims to reclaim the trophy they have historically dominated.

Analysts note that Barcelona’s blend of experience and youthful energy makes them the team to beat this campaign. Their tactical discipline and depth allow them to sustain high performance against top European opponents.

With the semi‑final approaching, Barcelona will focus on maintaining their unbeaten record and delivering the quality of play that has defined their season. A victory would set up a final in Oslo against either Arsenal or Lyon.

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