Overview of the UEFA Women’s Champions League Quarterfinals

The 2025–26 UEFA Women’s Champions League quarterfinals promise thrilling encounters as Europe’s elite vie for semifinal berths. The draw has delivered two high-profile domestic showdowns—Arsenal vs. Chelsea and Barcelona vs. Real Madrid—alongside battles between OL Lyon and Wolfsburg, and Manchester United’s quarterfinal debut against Bayern Munich.

How to Watch

Paramount+ and CBS Sports Network will simulcast every minute of first-leg and second-leg action. Coverage begins with the UEFA Women’s Champions League Today pre-match show, followed by live commentary, in-studio analysis between games, and a post-match recap.

Quarterfinal Schedule

All times Eastern U.S.

First Leg

• Tuesday, March 24
– Wolfsburg vs. OL Lyon, 1:45 p.m. (Paramount+, CBS Sports Network)
– Arsenal vs. Chelsea, 4:00 p.m. (Paramount+, CBS Sports Network)

• Wednesday, March 25
– Real Madrid vs. Barcelona, 1:45 p.m. (Paramount+, CBS Sports Network)
– Manchester United vs. Bayern Munich, 4:00 p.m. (Paramount+, CBS Sports Network)

Second Leg

• Wednesday, April 1
– Bayern Munich vs. Manchester United, 1:45 p.m. (Paramount+, CBS Sports Network)
– Chelsea vs. Arsenal, 3:00 p.m. (Paramount+, CBS Sports Network)

• Thursday, April 2
– Barcelona vs. Real Madrid, 1:45 p.m. (Paramount+, CBS Sports Network)
– OL Lyon vs. Wolfsburg, 3:00 p.m. (Paramount+, CBS Sports Network)

Key Storylines

London Derby: Arsenal vs. Chelsea

Arsenal and Chelsea renew their fierce Women’s Super League rivalry on Europe’s biggest stage. The Gunners, last English side to lift the Women’s Champions League trophy, edged Chelsea 2–0 in January. Chelsea, however, are on a domestic roll with eight WSL titles since 2015 and a recent FA Cup victory. U.S. international Emily Fox (Arsenal) and Americans Alyssa Thompson and Naomi Girma (Chelsea) will be key figures as these familiar foes meet under UEFA lights.

El Clásico Revisited: Real Madrid vs. Barcelona

Spain’s capital and Catalonia collide in a historic rivalry. Barcelona have dominated past meetings, including a 3–1 quarterfinal win in 2021–22 and a recent Copa de la Reina success. Real Madrid, buoyed by a growing squad of internationals, aim to upset a Barca side that has been the tournament’s most consistent performer this season.

German Powerhouses and Underdog Ambitions

• OL Lyon vs. Wolfsburg: Eight-time champions Lyon face a Wolfsburg side eager to reclaim European glory.
• Bayern Munich vs. Manchester United: Quarterfinal debutants Manchester United challenge Bayern’s rich UEFA pedigree. Momentum and tactical discipline will decide which German contender advances.

Each tie features contrasting styles, emerging stars and tactical battles that could redefine the path to the semifinals. Don’t miss a moment of UEFA Women’s Champions League quarterfinal drama.