The stage is set for the 2024-25 UEFA Women’s Champions League final between Arsenal and Barcelona at the Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon. While lifting the trophy is the ultimate goal, several records are on the line as well. Here are five key records to know ahead of the big match:
Barcelona is just one goal shy of breaking the record for most goals scored in a single campaign, with 44 goals. They would surpass Wolfsburg’s record set in 2013-14 if they score five more.
Arsenal holds the record for most matches played in a campaign, having started from the first round of qualifying and will play their 15th match in the final. This is also the first time an Arsenal team has made it to the Champions League final after starting from the qualifying rounds.
Barcelona faces its fifth consecutive Champions League final appearance, equaling Lyon’s record set between 2015-2020. Barcelona aims to win a third consecutive title but needs to break Lyon’s record of five titles in a row.
Arsenal would shatter Frankfurt’s record for most years between titles if they win the Champions League for the first time since 2007. Meanwhile, Barcelona is targeting its third consecutive title and aims to join Lyon as the only team with three consecutive wins.
In the end, it’s all about lifting the trophy, but knowing these records will add an extra layer of excitement to the final between Arsenal and Barcelona on Saturday.
Source: https://www.si.com/soccer/arsenal-vs-barcelona-five-uefa-women-s-champions-league-records-to-know