Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
On 23 May 2026, FC Barcelona won the 2025/26 UEFA Women’s Champions League, defeating OL Lyonnes at the sold-out Ullevaal Stadion in Norway. UEFA Women’s Football Director Nadine Kessler described the season as brilliant, highlighting how the competition’s evolution enhanced its appeal and competitiveness while supporting domestic development.
The 2025/26 season introduced a new UEFA Women’s Champions League format that increased intensity and unpredictability, while retaining merit-based access. The league phase saw a dramatic reduction of nearly one goal in average winning margins and featured 54 unique match-ups—more than double the previous format. Close contests were common, with 49% of matches decided by a single goal or ending level. Comebacks rose notably, with 33% of matches involving teams coming from behind to win or draw, up from 11% the previous season.
Interest in the competition grew significantly as total viewership before the final reached over 39.7 million, with projections of at least 44.5 million when final figures are available. Matches were broadcast in 207 territories with both premium and accessible coverage. The final was available through 28 free-to-air partners, making it the most widely accessible UEFA Women’s Champions League final to date.