Ballon d'Or shines, Barca women crush Bayern Munich with a 7-1 scoreline

The Barcelona women's squad showcased their complete superiority by decisively defeating Bayern Munich in the opening match of the Champions League.

Following a heartbreaking loss to Arsenal in last season's Champions League final, Barcelona's women proved they were not discouraged but instead returned stronger than ever. Playing at home, the Catalan team began their 2025/26 European campaign with a devastating 7-1 victory over Bayern Munich, sending a strong warning to all of Europe.

In the 4th minute, 2021 Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas, the captain and heart of the team, opened the scoring with a delicate finish, kickstarting an unrelenting attack. Minutes later, Ewa Pajor doubled the lead with the first of her two goals. Esmee Brugts added a third for Barca before Klara Buhl scored a consolation goal for Bayern. However, that was the only bright spot for the German side, as Salma Paralluelo increased the home team's lead to 4-1 before halftime.

In the second half, Barcelona continued to dominate. Pajor completed her brace, and Claudia Pina scored two late goals to seal a 7-1 triumph, concluding a flawless evening. Current Ballon d'Or holder Aitana Bonmati also made her mark with a classy assist, highlighting the excellent coordination among the attacking stars.

This victory is not only a declaration of their ambition to reclaim the European crown but also confirms Barcelona as the leading force in women's football worldwide. They are currently enjoying a perfect start to the season with seven wins in seven matches across all competitions, scoring 38 goals while conceding only twice, numbers that clearly reflect their unparalleled quality.

Ahead for coach Jonatan Giraldez and his squad is a major challenge against Atletico Madrid, their direct rival for the top spot in Liga Femenina. Nevertheless, with their current spirit and form, Barcelona is evidently prepared for any challenge, and their quest to regain the Champions League throne has only just begun.