Lyon Dominates Atletico Madrid in Women’s Champions League Opener

DECINES-CHARPIEU, France (Dec. 17, 2025) (Interstat) — OL Lyonnes opened its UEFA Women’s Champions League campaign with a commanding 4-0 victory over Atletico Madrid Femenino on Wednesday at Groupama Stadium. The result defied a pre-match projection of a 1-1 draw.

Vilde Bøe Risa opened the scoring in the 31st minute. Kadidiatou Diani, a key performer, added a goal in the 53rd, assisted by defender Tarciane, who received a yellow card earlier. Korbin Shrader netted Lyon’s third in the 71st. Atletico’s challenge was further hampered by a red card shown to Luany in the 36th minute.

The win gives Lyon a perfect start in European play, while Atletico Madrid begins its tournament with a defeat. Interstat’s pre-game metrics gave Lyon a 70% probability to win.