Arsenal shocked the football world by defeating defending champions Barcelona 1-0 to win the Women's Champions League. Substitute Stina Blackstenius scored the decisive goal, leading to emotional celebrations among players and thousands of travelling fans in Lisbon. Two days later, Arsenal hosted a trophy lift at the Emirates Stadium instead of a bus parade, a decision aimed at creating a more intimate and memorable event. This victory marked Arsenal as the first English women's team to win the Champions League since 2007, underscoring the significant progress in women's football in England.
The Gunners were underdogs heading into the game after a hugely dominant European season from Barca, but substitute Stina Blackstenius' goal was the difference.
Arsenal opted for a trophy lift outside of the Emirates rather than a bus parade, with the goal of creating a memorable event for their fans.
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