New Pitch, Big Autumn: Intility Arena Primed for Season's Run-In
Intility Arena unveiled a brand-new artificial surface ahead of the second half of the 2026 season, with a packed schedule of top-flight Eliteserien opponents — including Molde, Brann and Rosenborg — all still to visit Oslo. The women's team adds to the programme, hosting Hønefoss W on 19 August in the Toppserien. It promises to be the most demanding and exciting autumn in the stadium's recent history.
A Brand-New Surface at Valle Hovin
Intility Arena entered the second half of the 2026 Eliteserien season with one of its most significant infrastructure upgrades in recent years. A completely new artificial pitch was laid at the Oslo ground during the summer break, replacing the previous surface and bringing the stadium up to date ahead of a demanding run of fixtures. The installation was completed in time for the 8 August visit of Bodø/Glimt, which drew a full house of 16,556.
The new turf is designed to meet the physical demands of a fixture schedule that runs deep into December, with both Eliteserien and cup matches on the horizon.
What the Autumn Holds
The fixture list at Intility Arena through to the end of the 2026 season reads like a who's who of Norwegian football. Molde are next up in the Eliteserien on 29 August, followed by visits from Fredrikstad, Brann, Tromsø and, finally, Rosenborg — currently pencilled in for 6 December.
Vålerenga Women also contribute to the home programme. The Toppserien side host Hønefoss W on 19 August, with a fixture against Rosenborg W also scheduled later in the season.
Planning Your Visit
For supporters heading to any of the upcoming home matches, Intility Arena maintains a strict no-smoking and no-re-entry policy, and intoxicated persons will be refused entry. Away supporters are housed in the designated sections in fields 201 and 202, while the Østblokka and Oslotaxi Tribune remain exclusively for Vålerenga fans. Tickets, including discounts for students, seniors, military personnel and children up to 12, are available through the club's official ticketing platform. Children aged four and under are admitted free when seated on a parent's lap.
