Chelsea’s women’s team faced a 1-1 draw against FC Twente in their inaugural Women’s Champions League match, which has raised concerns amid their ongoing struggle to find the back of the net. Coach Sonia Bompastor expressed the need for her squad to be more decisive in their upcoming clash against Paris FC.
Despite their recent success as Women’s Super League champions, Chelsea has only netted two goals from open play in their last three outings, including the disappointing draw with Twente. In their most recent match, Chelsea managed a narrow 1-0 victory over Tottenham, thanks to a long-range effort from Keira Walsh, marking their first points dropped this season following a draw against Manchester United.
Bompastor emphasized the importance of clinical finishing in her analysis, stating that while the team creates numerous opportunities, execution remains a challenge. “When I analyze the games, I think we are creating a lot, which is the most important thing,” she noted. The coach urged her players to maintain confidence and push harder to convert chances into goals, explaining that being clinical can inhibit the opponent’s morale.
As Chelsea prepares for their next match against Paris FC, there’s hope that the team can break their scoring drought and regain their momentum.
In other matches on the same night, notable teams including Barcelona, the runners-up from last season, were set to face Roma, while Lyon hosts St. Polten. FC Twente looks to build on their performance against Chelsea as they meet Leuven in Belgium, and Valerenga will square off with Wolfsburg. The Women’s Champions League continues to captivate with its high-stakes matchups and emerging narratives.