Barcelona enter new era aiming to retain Women's Champions League crown
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What happened
Barcelona begin their defence of the Women's Champions League title on Wednesday as the Catalans aim to maintain their status as Europes's leading club side while beginning a new era following the departure of captain Alexia Putellas.Her departure attracted most headlines but other stars of the Barcelona side that has replaced Lyon as the Champions League's outstanding team have also left.
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