Vålerenga Fotball secured their first Champions League win by defeating Roma at home. Stine Brekken scored the decisive goal. Vålerenga was on par with Roma and was close to taking the lead already after a little over half-time. Vålerenga defender Michaela Kovacs had a big opportunity from close range, but Roma's goalkeeper thwarted the chance. A few minutes later, the Oslo club could let out the jubilation for the net success. Brekken hit an elegant tunnel on a Roma player in midfield, before she got to drive forward in the field with the ball. From 16 meters, she hit the ball up into the crossbar and sent the Oslo team into the lead. Roma was unable to fight back. Thus, it was a long-awaited victory for Vålerenga in the given company. Vålerenga qualified for the group stage in the Champions League for the first time in the club's history last season. Then it was with only one point in a tough group that included the tournament's winner Arsenal. The Oslo team also qualified for the Champions League this season, but stood with two consecutive losses against Manchester United and Wolfsburg before the away game in Italy. Brekken's goal ensured Vålerenga's first win in the given company. They are in 11th place in the league table with 18 teams. The top 12 teams on the table will get knockout matches. There are three remaining matches in the league. St. Pölten is the next opponent at home on November 19 for VIF. Emilie Haavi started the game for Roma, but had to leave early in the first half due to an injury. Roma has won the Italian top division twice in the last three seasons.