Paris FC-Arsenal: challenge for Parisian women in the Champions League

Paris FC women's team faces Arsenal this Wednesday in the UEFA Women Champions League, a challenge dubbed Everest after the heavy 2‑5 defeat to FC Barcelona. The Parisian side, the capital's second club, are looking to bounce back and hope to record their first European win.

A new giant to face

After the 2‑5 defeat to FC Barcelona, Paris FC finds itself up against Arsenal, last season's champion in this UEFA Women Champions League. The English side, regarded as a powerhouse of the continent, arrive in Paris for a decisive duel.

Renée Slegers, the 37‑year‑old Dutch coach, emphasized the necessary vigilance. “We watched that PFC match against Barcelona. They scored the first goal and remained very threatening offensively, so that is something we will have to manage well,” she said.

The expected line‑up for Paris FC is: Nnadozie, Ould Hocine, Baquerizo, Diaz, Fernandes, Korošec, Corboz, Traoré, Scott, Mateo, Viens. For Arsenal, the planned eleven includes: Borbe, Fox, Williamson, Wubben‑Moy, Batlle, Little, Stanway, Cooney‑Cross, Caldentey, Russo, Baum.

The Parisian side hope to secure their first Champions League win, but the hurdle remains very high against an opponent that will not take the match lightly. They know that every action will be scrutinized.

Supporters will be able to watch the match live on Disney+ from 18:45 this Wednesday, providing international exposure to this European clash.