Preview: Lyon Women vs Wolfsburg Women at 02:00 on April 3, UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final second leg

Preview: Lyon Women vs Wolfsburg Women (02:00, April 3). Prediction, expected lineup, expert analysis for the Lyon vs Wolfsburg match in the UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final second leg.

Preview: Lyon Women vs Wolfsburg Women

Lyon Women are in a disadvantageous position after a 1-0 defeat at Wolfsburg in the first leg. However, a one-goal deficit is still manageable, especially as the French side returns to their home ground – where they have displayed extremely impressive form throughout the season.

In fact, Lyon have won all 15 home matches across all competitions this season, demonstrating near absolute dominance at their fortress. Despite two recent away results not being ideal, history shows Lyon rarely disappoint when returning home, particularly in European competitions.

Additionally, Lyon have never suffered consecutive defeats in the Women's Champions League, further reinforcing confidence that they can turn the situation around. With a squad rich in experience and high quality, the French team is fully capable of staging a comeback.

On the other hand, Wolfsburg Women hold a crucial advantage with their 1-0 first-leg victory. The German representatives continue to show their mettle in European competition and are aiming for their first return to the semi-finals since the 2022/23 season.

Wolfsburg's recent form is also quite positive with an unbeaten streak, although their recent 3-3 draw against Union Berlin indicates defensive issues persist. Playing away in France against a Lyon side exceptionally strong at home will be a massive challenge.

Nevertheless, Wolfsburg have reason for confidence as they have progressed through all 27 two-legged European ties where they won the first leg. This impressive statistic highlights the resilience of the Bundesliga women's representatives.

Squad status: Lyon Women vs Wolfsburg Women

Lyon Women: Liana Joseph is out with a long-term injury.

Wolfsburg Women: Lena Lattwein, Kessya Bussy, Alex Popp are absent. Justine Kielland is doubtful.

Expected lineup: Lyon Women vs Wolfsburg Women

Lyon Women (4-3-3): Endler; Lawrence, Renard, Engen, Bacha; Dumornay, Egurrola, Shrader; Brand, Chawinga, Hegerberg

Wolfsburg Women (4-2-3-1): Johannes; Bjelde, Dijkstra, Kuver, Minge, Linder; Huth, Kielland, Peddemors, Endemann; Beerensteyn

View the UEFA Women's Champions League schedule HERE

Lyon Women's recent form

30/03/26: Strasbourg 2-2 Lyon

26/03/26: Wolfsburg 1-0 Lyon

22/03/26: Lyon 3-0 Bordeaux

16/03/26: Lyon 4-1 Lille

10/03/26: Lyon 2-0 PSG

Wolfsburg Women's recent form

30/03/26: Wolfsburg 3-3 Union Berlin

26/03/26: Wolfsburg 1-0 Lyon

22/03/26: Wolfsburg 2-0 Essen

16/03/26: Wolfsburg 3-1 Frankfurt

10/03/26: Juventus 0-2 Wolfsburg

Head-to-head history: Lyon Women vs Wolfsburg Women

26/03/26: Wolfsburg 1-0 Lyon

03/06/23: Wolfsburg 2-3 Lyon

30/04/23: Lyon 2-1 Wolfsburg

22/08/20: Lyon 3-1 Wolfsburg

25/05/19: Lyon 0-0 Wolfsburg

Prediction: Lyon Women vs Wolfsburg Women

Lyon boasts an overly impressive home record and extensive Champions League experience. Meanwhile, Wolfsburg, despite their advantage, may struggle to withstand the immense pressure in France.

Predicted score: Lyon vs Wolfsburg 3-2 (3-2 aggregate)