Chelsea and Barcelona clash as new era dawns in women's Champions League
There has been a French or German UCL winner in the last 13 years but this year's final already marks a turning point
AFP
May 15, 2021
GOTHENBURG:
The Women's Champions League officially moves into a new era next season with the overdue introduction of a group stage, but this year's final in Gothenburg on Sunday between Chelsea and Barcelona already marks a significant turning point.
After winning the competition in each of the last five years, and seven times in the last decade, Lyon are conspicuous by their absence.
There has been a French or German Champions League winner in each of the 13 years, since Arsenal lifted the trophy in 2007, but this time will be different.