Today's game between Barcelona and OL Lyonnes will kick-off at May 23, 2026, 12:00 PM.
The 2026 Women's Champions League Final is available to watch live in the United States. TV channel and live stream options are listed below.
The 2026 Women's Champions League Final arrives on Saturday, May 23, as Barcelona and Lyon meet at the Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo for the most prestigious prize in European club football.
This is a fixture with genuine weight behind it. These two clubs have shaped the modern era of the women's game, and their meetings have consistently produced the defining moments of the competition.
Barcelona arrive in Norway having already wrapped up the Liga F title, the Supercopa de Espana, and the Copa de la Reina this season. Alexia Putellas has been outstanding throughout, with her performances drawing fresh Ballon d'Or conversation and anchoring a squad that has lost just once across 45 games in all competitions.
Lyon, meanwhile, are chasing a ninth European crown under coach Jonatan Giraldez. They eliminated Arsenal Women in the semi-finals and come into the final having beaten them 3-1 in the second leg, carrying real momentum from a competition in which they have looked composed and clinical.
Barcelona suffered a painful defeat to Arsenal in last year's final in Lisbon and will be motivated to reclaim the trophy. Pere Romeu's side know what it takes to win on this stage, having lifted the trophy in 2021, 2023, and 2024.
For both clubs, the stakes could not be clearer. Lyon are chasing history and a record-extending ninth title. Barcelona want to prove last season was a blip and cement their standing among the elite.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch the final live, including TV channel details, live stream options, and kick-off time.
How to watch Barcelona vs OL Lyonnes with VPN
If you are travelling abroad or just want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may run into geo-restrictions. This is where a Virtual Private Network (VPN) comes in handy.
A VPN, such as ExpressVPN, allows you to establish a secure, encrypted connection online. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is being broadcast, you can bypass blackout restrictions and watch your favourite team live. A step-by-step guide is described later in this article, or you can also check out our guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.
Team news & squads
Barcelona vs OL Lyonnes lineups
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Starting XI
Substitutes
Manager
- P. Romeu
- J. Giraldez
Barcelona are managed by Pere Romeu, though no confirmed injury or suspension information is currently available for the final. No probable lineup has been confirmed ahead of kick-off. Lyon head into the match under coach Jonatan Giraldez, with squad news also yet to be confirmed at this stage. Updates will be added closer to kick-off as both camps release their final preparations.
Injuries and Suspensions
Form
Barcelona head into the final on the back of four wins from their last five matches, with their only dropped points a 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final. They more than made up for it in the return, winning 4-2 to advance, and have also been dominant in Liga F, beating Levante 5-0 and winning away at both Espanyol and CD Tenerife. Across those five matches, they have scored 14 goals and conceded just five, a record that reflects their balance of attacking quality and defensive structure.
Lyon arrive in equally strong form, winning four of their last five. Their most recent outing was a commanding 8-0 win over Nantes in the Premiere Ligue, and they also beat Arsenal Women 3-1 in the Champions League semi-final second leg to seal their place in Oslo. Their only slip was a 1-1 draw with Nantes in late April, and they did lose the first leg against Arsenal 2-1 before overturning that deficit. They have scored 16 goals across their last five games, underscoring just how dangerous they can be in front of goal.
Head-to-Head Record
The most recent meeting between these two sides came in the 2024 Women's Champions League Final, where Barcelona won 2-0 in Bilbao to claim their third European title. That result gave Barcelona their second win in the last three finals between the clubs, having previously lost 3-1 to Lyon in Turin in 2022. Across the five most recent meetings on record, Lyon hold a narrow overall edge, but the 2024 result shifted the balance of power and gives Barcelona reason for confidence heading into Oslo.
Standings
Barcelona enter the final as the top-ranked side in the Women's Champions League standings, with Lyon finishing the group phase in second place — a detail that underlines how closely matched these two clubs have been throughout the competition.
Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Barcelona vs OL Lyonnes today
NordVPN- Download & Install: Sign up to ExpressVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
- Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
- Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
- Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.
How to watch on the Big Screen
Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belongs on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:
- Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
- Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.