TURIN, Italy (Reuters) - Olympique Lyonnais' striker Ada Hegerberg put almost two injury-plagued years behind her to power them to an eighth Women's Champions League title with a 3-1 win over Barcelona in which she scored one goal and made another in a thrilling battle.
The competition's all-time top scorer, Hegerberg suffered a number of setbacks as she struggled to overcome a knee injury, spending 21 months out of the game before returning in October and ending the season as a Champions League winner.
With her side a goal up thanks to Amandine Henry's stunning sixth-minute opener, Hegerberg was denied a free kick after a tussle but recovered enough to send a fierce volley high and wide of the target. "It's team work, team work all day long, baby. Incredible team mates, I'm very proud of them, Winning this one this year wasn't easy," Hegerberg said.
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Soccer-Lyon beat Barcelona to claim Women's Champions League titleTURIN, Italy (Reuters) - Olympique Lyonnais beat Barcelona 3-1 in the Women's Champions League final on Saturday after midfielder Amandine Henry netted a brilliant solo goal and striker Ada Hegerberg scored one and made another in the first half of an entertaining clash.
Read more »
Soccer-Rudiger says uncertainty over contract talks led to Chelsea exit(Reuters) - Antonio Rudiger has confirmed he will leave Chelsea on a free transfer at the end of the season, saying the lack of communication over a new deal eventually led to his decision although he holds no grudges against the club.
Read more »
Soccer - PSG's Di Maria to leave the French champions at season's end(Reuters) - Paris St Germain winger Angel Di Maria will leave the French club when his contract expires at the end of the season, the Ligue 1 champions said.
Read more »
Soccer-Man City's De Bruyne named Premier League's Player of the Season(Reuters) - Manchester City midfielder Kevin de Bruyne has been named the Premier League's Player of the Season for the 2021-22 campaign, the league said on Saturday.
Read more »
Soccer-Western United down Victory to reach maiden A-League finalMELBOURNE (Reuters) - Western United scored two late goals to charge into their first A-League championship final in only their season of existence with a 4-1 win over Melbourne Victory in the second leg of their semi-final on Saturday.
Read more »
Soccer-Man City's Foden named Premier League's best young player(Reuters) - Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden has been named Premier League Young Player of the Season for the second year in a row, the league announced on Saturday.
Read more »