Overview

• Ingrid Stenevik headed in Signe Gaupset’s free-kick in the 76th minute to give Brann a 1-0 first-leg lead in Bergen.
• Manchester United dominated chances but were thwarted by goalkeeper Selma Panengstuen, who produced multiple key saves, including from Ella Toone.
• Manchester United said a bag containing some players’ boots went missing en route to Norway; replacements were bought locally and an investigation is under way, with a shop owner telling the BBC the purchases totaled several thousand pounds for about 15 pairs of boots and 20 shin guards.
• An announced attendance of roughly 16,019 set a national record for a women’s football match in Norway.
• The return leg is set for 18 September at Leigh Sports Village, where United need a victory to progress, with a two-goal margin guaranteeing a place in the league-phase draw.