Arsenal outclassed by Barcelona as Jenni Hermoso shines in a sensational performance, leaving Arsenal to wait for qualification
In a stunning display of dominance, Barcelona humiliated Arsenal with a comprehensive 4-0 victory, leaving the Gunners to ponder their qualification hopes in the ongoing competition. Arsenal, who were outplayed from the start, now face an anxious wait to secure their place in the next round.
The game was virtually decided by half-time, with Barcelona already leading 3-0. The opening goal came from Aitana Bonmati in the 22nd minute, followed by a second from Jennifer Hermoso in the 28th. Just before the break, Fridolina Rolfö added a third in the 45+1 minute. Despite a change in tactics, Arsenal could not cope with Barcelona’s pace, and Hermoso netted again in the 75th minute to seal a resounding 4-0 victory.
Arsenal, who had been competitive in previous matches, were thoroughly outclassed by the Spanish giants. Their hopes of advancing from the group stage now hang in the balance, while Barcelona put in a professional and ruthless performance. The Gunners will now need to recover quickly ahead of their Women’s Super League fixture against Leicester on Sunday.
