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Barcelona 4-0 Lyon; Pajor, Paralluelo each net brace

5/24/2026

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Summary

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Polish striker Ewa Pajor scored twice, ending a streak of five final losses as Barcelona beat OL Lyonnes 4-0 on 23 May 2026 in Oslo.
Salma Paralluelo added two late goals to complete the tally.
Goalkeeper Cata Coll kept a clean sheet with saves from Wendie Renard, Selma Bacha, Vicki Bècho and Tabitha Chawinga.
Alexia Putellas said she will enjoy the win while her summer-expiring contract leaves her Barcelona future undecided.

History

Historical Context

Since the UEFA Women’s Cup became the Champions League in 2009, Olympique Lyonnais seized the first French title in 2011 and later amassed eight championships, including five straight from 2016 to 2020. Barcelona, rising as a rival, captured the 2026 final on 23 May, defeating Lyon 4-0 and securing their fourth overall crown.

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Story summary

Polish striker Ewa Pajor scored twice, ending a streak of five final losses as Barcelona beat OL Lyonnes 4-0 on 23 May 2026 in Oslo.
Salma Paralluelo added two late goals to complete the tally.
Goalkeeper Cata Coll kept a clean sheet with saves from Wendie Renard, Selma Bacha, Vicki Bècho and Tabitha Chawinga.
Alexia Putellas said she will enjoy the win while her summer-expiring contract leaves her Barcelona future undecided.

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