Manchester United Women made a successful start to their Champions League campaign, defeating Valerenga 1-0 in their debut match. The winning goal was scored by Maya Le Tissier, who converted a penalty in the 31st minute to give the Red Devils a crucial three points.
The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. However, it was United's defensive solidity that proved to be the decisive factor, as they kept a seventh clean sheet of the season. Marc Skinner's side has made a strong start to the season, and this victory cements their position as one of the top teams in the Women's Super League.
Le Tissier's penalty was awarded after Arna Eirksodottir was penalized for handball, despite keeping her arms down. The United captain coolly slotted the ball past Tove Enblom to give her team the lead. The victory marked a special night for the players, who were playing in their first proper Champions League game.
Manchester United's victory means they are the only WSL team to have won their first game of the Champions League league phase. They will look to build on this success in their next matches, including a trip to Everton and a home game against Atletico. The team's defensive solidity and confidence in the backline were key factors in their success, and they will look to continue this trend in future matches.
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