OHL Women claim golden point against AS Roma after missed penalty

OHL Women began their Champions League campaign with a golden point against the Italian champions AS Roma, after a crucial penalty against them was missed. The match ended 0‑0, but the home side from Leuven breathed a sigh of relief after a nerve‑wracking closing stage.

Dominant first half for Roma, but OHL holds on

In the first half AS Roma kept possession of the ball and put OHL under pressure. Despite a few chances for the Italian club the score remained nil. The match was characterised by an intense duel between the two teams in the League Phase of the Women’s Champions League.

OHL’s second half: chances and missed penalty

After the break OHL Women came out of the dressing room stronger. The home side created the best chances for a 1‑0 and seemed on their way to victory. In added time AS Roma were awarded a light penalty, but Marta Pandini missed the ball against the post. The missed penalty was seen by many as the “ultimate penalty miss” that gave OHL the point.

Closing stage and individual moments

The final minutes were dramatic. Seynhaeve saved several times, including with a crucial save at 90+5’. A VAR decision also led to the penalty for Roma, but the ball struck the arm of Everaerts and the referee waved the penalty away. Despite a few substitutions, including the arrival of Flo Hermans and the replacement of Ceuster, OHL remained without a goal.

The match was broadcast live via the programme on Facebook, where fans could follow the action. The day’s overview also included mentions of other sports: Football, Cycling, Tennis, Formula 1, Basketball and Athletics, as well as the calendar of the Jupiler Pro League, Challenger Pro League, Champions League, Europa League and Conference League.

With this point OHL Women take an important step in their CL campaign. The Italian opponent, who on paper was considered stronger, could not find efficiency. The result means that OHL can now approach the next matches with confidence.