Arsenal and Barça to Clash in Lisbon: Women's Champions League Final Set

Lisbon to Host Women's Champions League Final: Arsenal and Barça Vie for Title Lisbon, Portugal, will host the highly anticipated UEFA Women's Champions League final between Arsenal and FC Barcelona on Saturday, May 24th, at 5 PM local time (6 PM in Catalonia). This match marks a significant event in women's football, with both teams boasting strong contenders. The game will take place at Estádio José Alvalade, home to Sporting CP. For fans unable to attend in person, a large screen will broadcast the match at the Parc de les Glòries in Barcelona. The UEFA is also organizing a Fan Zone at Praça do Comércio, a central Lisbon location, offering various activities and refreshments. "The UEFA has prepared an event with various activities at Praça do Comércio," explains Alba Richart in a recent video about the event. "It's one of the iconic places in the Portuguese capital and will serve as a Fan Zone for both teams." The Fan Zone will be open Friday from 10 AM to 10 PM and Saturday from 9 AM to 5 PM. Entry is free. The match holds special significance for Arsenal, as they aim for their second Champions League title after an 18-year gap. For Barça, it's a chance to secure their fourth consecutive Champions League victory. The presence of former Barça players Laia Codina and Mariona Caldentey, now playing for Arsenal, adds another layer of intrigue to the match. "The Mallorcan is undoubtedly the star of the English team," says Richart, referring to Caldentey. Tickets for the match are mobile-only and must be downloaded through the UEFA Mobile Tickets app. With thousands of fans expected, this promises to be a memorable event for women's football.