By James Cormack There’s a treat in the Women’s Champions League on Wednesday night as Manchester City take on holders Barcelona on Matchday 1 of the group stage. Barcelona have emerged as the continent’s dominant force in the women’s game post-pandemic. The Catalans have lifted the trophy three times since 2021 and have won the competition in back-to-back years heading into 2024/25. Barca have also won five consecutive Liga F titles at a canter and have started the new season with five wins from five. Their last defeat arrived against Chelsea on 20 April earlier this year. An imposing task aw…