Vålerenga W Beat Haugesund to Set Up Big Eliteserien Week at Intility
Vålerenga's women secured a 2–1 Toppserien victory over FK Haugesund at Intility Arena on Thursday, coming from 1–1 at half-time to claim the win. The result keeps momentum flowing at the Oslo ground just days before the men host Fredrikstad in the Eliteserien on Sunday.
Vålerenga W Hold Their Nerve in Second Half
Vålerenga's women produced a resilient display at Intility Arena on Thursday evening, turning a half-time draw into a 2–1 victory over FK Haugesund in Round 16 of the 2026 Toppserien. The hosts went into the break level at 1–1 before finding a decisive second-half winner to secure all three points on home turf.
The result underlines Vålerenga W's ability to grind out results at their Oslo base, with the new artificial surface at Intility Arena continuing to play its part in a packed autumn programme.
A Stadium in Full Swing
Thursday's Toppserien clash was the latest instalment in what the club has described as one of the most demanding home schedules in the stadium's recent history. Intility Arena's newly installed artificial pitch, laid ahead of the autumn run, ensured perfect playing conditions despite the September chill.
With a capacity of 16,556, the Valle Hovin ground provided an atmospheric backdrop for the women's side, who are building momentum heading into the final stretch of the Toppserien season.
Eyes Already Turn to Sunday
Just three days separate the women's victory from the next big occasion at Intility Arena. The men's Eliteserien side host Fredrikstad on Sunday, 20 September, with kick-off at 14:30. Fredrikstad arrive knowing the ground well — they suffered a heavy 6–1 defeat here earlier in the season.
Tickets for Sunday's fixture are available through Vålerenga's official ticketing platform, with discounted prices for eligible groups including students, seniors and children. Gates open 90 minutes before kick-off.
