Brann Stuns Manchester United with Victory in the Women’s Champions League

Brann of Norway pulled off a major upset in the Women’s Champions League by defeating Manchester United 1-0, in a match that was decided in the final stretch thanks to solid defending and sharp execution from the Norwegian side.

Match Development

The game began with Manchester United as the dominant force, creating several chances through Ella Toone and Malard. However, Brann goalkeeper Panengstuen was the standout early on, stopping multiple attempts and keeping her team in the game. The Norwegian side focused on pressing in midfield and launching long balls to put pressure on United’s defense.

In the second half, Brann’s persistence paid off. In the 77th minute, Ingrid Stenevik struck a powerful shot after a setup from Gaupset, netting the only goal of the match. The strike silenced the “Red Devils” and sparked huge celebrations from the Norwegian team.

Holding Firm Until the End

In the final minutes, Manchester United threw everything forward in search of an equalizer. Offensive substitutions and dangerous attempts from Toone created tense moments, but Brann’s defensive wall held strong. Once again, Panengstuen came up big with a crucial save in the 84th minute that denied United the equalizer.

With this result, Brann secures three vital points and sends a clear message: they won’t be an easy rival in this year’s tournament. For Manchester United, the loss is a tough blow to their hopes of advancing to the latter stages.