Vålerenga Fotball Elite edged past KFUM Oslo with a 1-0 victory in a tightly contested International Club Friendly on February 21, 2026. The narrow match result was settled by a single goal, giving Vålerenga's elite squad a win in their pre-season preparations. In a game of few clear-cut chances, both teams battled hard in midfield, with defenses largely on top. The breakthrough came in the second half when Vålerenga managed to craft a chance and finish it clinically, breaking the deadlock. KFUM Oslo pushed for an equalizer in the latter stages and created a couple of half-chances, but they could not find a way past Vålerenga's goalkeeper, who ensured the clean sheet. This result provides a useful win for Vålerenga as they build fitness and tactical understanding, while KFUM Oslo can take heart from a competitive performance against top-tier opposition.