In the UEFA Women's Champions League semifinal first leg, Lyon edged Arsenal with a 2-1 victory at the Emirates. Kadidiatou Diani opened the scoring for Lyon, showcasing their swift and powerful offense. Arsenal, despite a stronger performance in the second half, missed crucial chances before Beth Mead equalized from a penalty. However, Lyon quickly regained the lead with Melchie Dumornay's counterattack goal. Arsenal faces a challenge as they must overcome a deficit in the second leg to advance.
Lyon's high tempo and skilled attack proved too much for Arsenal, who couldn't convert their possession into goals, ultimately losing 2-1 in the semifinal's first leg.
Despite dominating possession, Arsenal lacked the clinical finishing needed and succumbed to Lyon's relentless pressure, a stark contrast to their previous quarterfinal comeback against Real Madrid.
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