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With two more matches completed in the first leg of these Champions League quarter-finals, it’s time to review the main highlights and key talking points.
Arsenal won the all-English clash away from home, even though Chelsea hit the woodwork twice. Wolfsburg take the advantage against Lyon.
The star: Alessia Russo
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Alessia Russo has scored three goals in three Women’s Champions League quarter-final matches. She didn’t miss her appointment today and was also one of the players most sought out by her teammates.
The best play: Lauren James
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It didn’t count for points, but James’ stunning left-footed strike from the edge of the box to cut the deficit was one of the brightest moments of the matchday.
The disappointment: French attack lacking firepower
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"We created more chances than our opponent, but I think that, in terms of our level, we didn’t play a perfect match," Jonathan Giráldez said after the defeat.
His team never managed to break down a very resilient Wolfsburg side.
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