Lyon, France – The path to the UEFA Women’s Champions League Quarter-finals is still unfolding, as Wolfsburg and Juventus played to a 2-2 draw in the first leg of their Champions League playoff on Thursday, February 12, 2026. The result leaves everything to play for as the teams prepare for the return leg, with the winner set to face Olympique Lyonnais in the next round.
Juventus took an early lead, surging to a 2-0 advantage before Wolfsburg mounted a spirited comeback. The German side leveled the score with a penalty in the 83rd minute, followed by a dramatic equalizer deep into stoppage time – the 95th minute – ensuring the tie remains open.
The stakes are high for OL Lyonnes, who are awaiting the outcome of this tie to learn their quarterfinal opponent. According to Le Progrès, the Lyonnaises are closely watching the matchup, as it will determine where they will play their home leg of the quarterfinal on March 24 or 25, and where they will travel for the second leg on April 2 at the Groupama Stadium.
Lineth Beerensteyn of Wolfsburg expressed her anticipation for a potential rematch with Juventus, stating, “It’s pleasant to get to meet again,” as reported by Flashscore.fr.
The return leg is scheduled for February 19 in Italy, promising a tense and decisive encounter. You can find more information about the matchup on UEFA.com and follow live updates on Sofascore. This crucial second leg will ultimately decide which team advances to face Lyon in the Quarter-finals.
Wolfsburg’s resilience in securing a draw on the road keeps their Champions League hopes alive, while Juventus will look to capitalize on their home advantage in the return fixture. The outcome will have significant implications for both teams’ European campaigns.
