Arsenal and Real Madrid Advance to Women's Champions League Quarterfinals

The defending champion Arsenal and Real Madrid won their home matches easily to reach the quarterfinals.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The reigning champion Arsenal and Real Madrid both won their home matches comfortably on Wednesday to advance to the quarterfinals of the UEFA Women's Champions League.

Why it matters

The Women's Champions League is the top club competition in European women's football, and reaching the quarterfinals is a significant achievement for these two powerhouse clubs.

The details

Arsenal and Real Madrid both won their Round of 16 second leg matches at home to secure their spots in the quarterfinals. Arsenal defeated an opponent 3-0 at home, while Real Madrid won their home match 2-0.

  • The matches were played on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

The players

Arsenal

The defending champion of the UEFA Women's Champions League.

Real Madrid

A top club in European women's football that has reached the quarterfinals of the Champions League.

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The takeaway

The victories for Arsenal and Real Madrid demonstrate the continued growth and competitiveness of the top clubs in the UEFA Women's Champions League, as the world's best women's football teams battle for the prestigious European title.