The team of the week is selected by the group of UEFA technical observers, including an experienced member who follows each match and relies on the UEFA Analysis Unit in Nyon, Switzerland for their selections.
Cata Coll (FC Barcelona) She proved crucial in the final minutes against Bayern Munich, making two vital saves when the score was 4-2. She first pushed away a shot heading for the top corner before quickly reacting to stop a dangerous shot after a corner, preserving FC Barcelona’s two-goal advantage.
Wendie Renard (OL Lyonnes) The captain showed great leadership by taking responsibility to convert a decisive penalty at a crucial moment in OL Lyonnes’ crucial match against Arsenal, while maintaining her usual defensive solidity throughout the game.
Ingrid Engen (OL Lyonnes) She dominated the defense, winning most of her duels and tackles while displaying an impressive pass success rate of 95.7%, helping OL Lyonnes in their comeback in the double confrontation.
Selma Bacha (OL Lyonnes) She delivered an exceptional defensive performance, engaging in 13 duels and succeeding in all her five tackles. She also contributed offensively with smart movements and dangerous crosses.
Linda Dallmann (Bayern Munich) Scoring a goal and providing an assist, she showed composure and quality in FC Barcelona’s half, allowing Bayern to remain competitive until the final moments.
Melchie Dumornay (OL Lyonnes) The return of the midfielder proved crucial for OL Lyonnes’ performance, as she brought an essential offensive dimension with her penetrating runs and incisive passes. She influenced the game at both ends of the field and was involved in all decisive goal-scoring actions for her team.
Alexia Putellas (FC Barcelona) She delivered a top-class offensive performance, scoring two goals and creating four chances, leading FC Barcelona’s charge towards a new final.
Jule Brand (OL Lyonnes) She initiated OL Lyonnes’ second goal against Arsenal before sealing the qualification with the final goal, putting the match out of reach.
Caroline Graham Hansen (FC Barcelona) A constant threat on the right flank, utilizing her one-on-one elimination ability and precise crossing quality, providing an assist for Salma Paralluelo.
Pernille Harder (Bayern Munich) At the heart of Bayern’s offensive play, she scored once and delivered an assist, also seeing a second goal disallowed late in the game for an initial foul. She cleverly combined with her teammates, displaying calmness and insight to lead Bayern’s most dangerous attacking sequences.
Salma Paralluelo (FC Barcelona) She stood out not only for her goal and assist but also for her ability to penetrate Bayern’s solid defense on the wing, delivering decisive crosses and dangerous balls into the box.
