FC Bayern Women Draw 2-2 With AS Roma in UEFA Women's Champions League Opener
Straus' Team Earns Point in Exciting Match
Highlights and Analysis from the Game
FC Bayern Women began their 2024 UEFA Women's Champions League campaign with a hard-fought 2-2 draw against AS Roma on November 2023. Alexander Straus' team twice took the lead but was pegged back by a resilient Roma side.
The first half was evenly contested, with both teams creating chances. Bayern took the lead in the 35th minute through a stunning strike from Lea Schuller. However, Roma responded quickly, equalizing just five minutes later through a header from Annamaria Serturini.
Bayern regained the lead in the 65th minute when Klara Bühl converted a penalty. Once again, Roma showed their fighting spirit and equalized for a second time in the 80th minute through a goal from Agnese Bonfantini.
Despite late pressure from both sides, the match ended in a draw. Bayern will be disappointed not to have taken all three points, but they can take heart from a spirited performance against a strong Roma side.
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