Barcelona triumphed over Lyon to secure their third Women's Champions League trophy, with Aitana Bonmati and Alexia Putellas scoring to clinch a 2-0 victory on Saturday. This win, in the final held at San Mamés in Bilbao, marked the first time Barcelona has defeated the French giants, who have an impressive record of eight titles.

In their previous encounters, Lyon bested Barcelona in both the 2019 and 2022 finals, but this time, Barcelona prevailed, completing a spectacular quadruple for the season. This final also marked the last match in charge for coach Jonatan Giráldez.

Bonmati's goal came in the 63rd minute, following a deflected shot that soared past Lyon's goalkeeper, Christiane Endler. Substitute Putellas sealed the victory in stoppage time with a powerful shot into the top corner, ensuring Barcelona's celebration began early.

Despite a strong start from Lyon, including a deflected ball that hit the crossbar and a shot from Wendie Renard that struck the post, Barcelona held their composure. Patri Guijarro came close to scoring for Barcelona in the first half, with her shot saved and cleared off the line by Selma Bacha.

Bonmati, the reigning Ballon d'Or winner, capitalized on a clever pass from Mariona Caldentey to open the scoring. Lyon's attempts to equalize, including a close effort from Kadidiatou Diani, were thwarted by Barcelona's solid defense.

Putellas, who came on as a late substitute and donned the captain's armband, confirmed Barcelona's dominance with her goal, capping a remarkable season for the team. With this victory, Barcelona has established themselves as a new powerhouse in women's football, having won three Champions League titles in the last six seasons.

Coach Giráldez expressed his joy, calling it one of the happiest days of his life, while Bonmati highlighted the importance of the fans and the pride she felt in their support. Lucy Bronze, who won the competition for the fifth time, praised Putellas for her decisive contribution.

This victory not only avenged Barcelona's previous defeats to Lyon but also showcased their growth and strength as a team, setting a new benchmark in women's football.