On December 12, Valerenga women will host Arsenal women in a Group C match of the Women’s Champions League at the Intility Arena in Oslo, Norway. The hosts are yet to win a game in the competition and are currently languishing at the bottom of the group standing with just one point to their name. Arsenal, meanwhile, sit second with nine points, having won three of their four games.
Valerenga W vs Arsenal W: Match Preview
Valerenga women have struggled in their Women’s Champions League campaign so far, suffering three defeats in their first four matches. However, they will come into this match with some momentum after a 1-0 win over Rosenborg BK in the Norway Women’s Cup. One of their promising performances was against Bayern Munich in their last Women’s Champions League match, where they secured a hard-fought 1-1 draw. However, they still need to make significant improvements to challenge a team like Arsenal.
On the flip side, Arsenal have been in outstanding form, remaining unbeaten in tehri last eight matches. They are very confident heading into the upcoming match as they are coming off a dominant 4-0 win over Aston Villa in the Women’s Super League.
Valerenga W vs Arsenal W: Head-to-Head
Women’s teams of Valerenga and Arsenal have faced off only once in the Women’s Champions League. In the match held in October this year, Arsenal secured a dominant 4-1 victory. The upcoming match will only be their second meeting in any competition.
| Date | Match | Competition |
| 17/10/2024 | Arsenal W 4-1 Valerenga W | UEFA Women’s Champions League |
Valerenga W vs Arsenal W: Team News and Predicted Lineups
Valerenga might rely on S. I. L. Horte, who scored their lone goal in the 1-0 win over Rosenborg BK. Arsenal will likely field a strong lineup to pose a challenge over struggling Valerenga. Official team news is yet to be announced.
Valerenga W Predicted Lineup
D. v. Domselaar, E. Fox, L. Williamson (c), S. Catley, K. McCabe, K. Cooney-Cross, M. Caldentey, B. Mead, F. Maanum, C. Foord,A. Russo
Arsenal W Predicted Lineup
T. Enblom, S. I. L. Horte, E. Thorsnes, I. S. Olsen, J. Thomsen, L. Vickius, Y. Tennebo, S. Heiðarsdóttir, E. Godø, K. Sævik, O. Tvedten
Valerenga W vs Arsenal W: Where to Watch
Match Day: December 12, 2024
Match Time: 12:45 PM ET
Valerenga W vs Arsenal W: Match Prediction
Arsenal are favourites heading into the upcoming Women’s Champions League match, given tehri strong form and experience in the European competition. The hosts will aim to put up a strong fight but a win for the Gunners seems likely.
Valerenga W and Arsenal W Predicted Result: 1-3 Arsenal win
