FC Bayern Munich misses the dream of the semi -finals of the Champions League!

In the quarter-final first leg of the women's Champions League, FC Bayern Munich suffered a bitter 0-2 defeat against record winner Olympique Lyon. The game took place in the home stadium and the Munich women, led by the Austrian captain Sarah Zadrazil, showed a combative performance, but could not overcome the superiority of the French. Particularly bitter: goalkeeper Maria Luisa Grohs, who returned after a severe tumor disease, kept the defeat with several parades, including a penalty, within limits, such as the Reporting of laola1.at reported.

The first goals of the game scored Tabitha Chawinga in the 35th minute and Melchie Dumornay in the 65th minute, which destroyed the hope of the Munich women. Despite a committed performance, the German champion was unable to significantly overcome the Lyon defense. Especially in the first half, when Bayern found better into play, the deficit became a cold shower. Lyon, who has won the title eight times, was shown from the start, like ran.de

difficult task in the second leg

With this defeat, FC Bayern faces an enormous challenge in the second leg in Lyon to reach the semi -finals - a talent that last succeeded four years ago. While the Munich women hope for the support of their fans, it will be crucial for the women about coach Alexander Straus to increase their shape and to gain control of the game. The return of Grohs into the goal and their excellent performances, despite the difficult circumstances, are bright spots in an otherwise dark phase of the season for Bayern.