Highlights: Barcelona Women crush Real Madrid 6-2 in Champions League quarterfinal first leg

A gap that remains evident

Madrid, March 25 — FC Barcelona Femení delivered a dominant performance, defeating Real Madrid Femenino 6-2 in the first leg of the quarterfinals of the UEFA Women's Champions League.

The match highlighted once again the gap between the two sides, as Barcelona took a commanding lead heading into the second leg.

This clash is part of a three-match stretch between the two teams, including the return leg and a meeting in Liga F.

Fast start sets the tone

Barcelona wasted no time asserting dominance.

In the 6th minute, Ewa Pajor opened the scoring, followed by Esmee Brugts in the 13th minute to make it 2-0.

Linda Caicedo shines despite defeat

Linda Caicedo was the standout performer for Real Madrid, scoring twice (30’ and 66’) and providing glimpses of hope for her team.

However, Barcelona’s overall quality proved too much.

Barcelona’s attacking masterclass

The Catalan side continued to dominate offensively with goals from multiple players:

• Irene Paredes (32’)

• Ewa Pajor (6’, 57’)

• Vicky López (64’)

• Alexia Putellas (89’, penalty)

Putellas played a key leadership role, capping off a complete team performance.

Barcelona in control heading to the second leg

With a four-goal advantage and the second leg set to be played at Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona are in a strong position to advance to the semifinals.

Real Madrid, meanwhile, will need a historic comeback to keep their Champions League hopes alive.