Lyon vs Wolfsburg
Definition
A phrase referring to the UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final tie between Olympique Lyonnais Féminin (OL Lyonnes) of France and VfL Wolfsburg Frauen of Germany in the 2025/26 season. Wolfsburg won the first leg 1-0 on March 24, 2026, but Lyon staged a dramatic 4-0 comeback victory (after extra time) in the second leg on April 2, 2026, advancing 4-1 on aggregate.
Common shorthand in soccer discussions for intense clashes between these two powerhouse women's clubs, known for their dominance in European competitions.
Examples
The Lyon vs Wolfsburg thriller had fans on the edge of their seats, as Lyon turned a deficit into a demolition derby.
I stayed up all night for Lyon vs Wolfsburg, only to see Wolfsburg's lead evaporate faster than ice in the French sun.
In fantasy leagues, picking defenders for Lyon vs Wolfsburg was like betting on a wolf to herd sheep.
Lyon vs Wolfsburg proved once again that extra time is where legends are made – or wolves get sheared.