"The Women's Champions League's inaugural league phase is set for a thrilling finale as teams battle to qualify for the knockout stage. Last year's beaten finalists Barcelona are the frontrunners, with record eight-time winners Lyon and dark horses Juventus and Real Madrid all on 10 points too. On Tuesday, Arsenal joined main draw debutants Manchester United in qualifying for the knockout stages, while Chelsea are the other Women's Super League side in the competition."
"Holders Arsenal have found it tough going in the Champions League this season, with results and performances failing to match the increased expectations set by that glorious triumph over Barcelona in the final last May. An opening night defeat by Lyon and a total collapse against Bayern Munich bookended an unconvincing away win over Benfica, before Alessia Russo inspired a vital fightback to secure three points against Real Madrid."
The Women's Champions League league phase reaches a decisive final round with teams fighting for direct quarter-final spots or play-off places. Barcelona lead the standings while Lyon, Juventus and Real Madrid sit level on ten points. Arsenal and Manchester United have secured places in the knockout stages, with Chelsea also representing the Women's Super League. Teams finishing first to fourth qualify directly for the quarter-finals; fifth to twelfth contest two-legged play-offs to join them. Barcelona, Lyon, Wolfsburg, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Juventus have at least secured play-off places. Arsenal occupy sixth on nine points and must beat Leuven to keep a top-four chance.
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