Manchester United Women edged past Hammarby Women 1-0 in a tightly contested UEFA Women's Champions League qualifier at Leigh Sports Village on August 31, 2025. A solitary goal from a set-piece in the first half proved enough for the English side to claim a narrow advantage heading to Sweden. The match's only goal arrived when a United midfielder delivered a perfect free-kick into the area, met by a powerful glancing header that flew into the net. Hammarby grew into the game and posed a significant threat in the second half, forcing the United goalkeeper into a series of important saves to preserve the lead. While the scoreline was close, Manchester United will be relieved to have kept a clean sheet at home, knowing a draw in the away leg will be sufficient for progression.