VERSUS and PepsiCo brought together fans, creatives and leading voices from across the women’s football space for an exclusive weekend celebrating the UEFA Women’s Champions League Final in Oslo.
Taking over Oslo’s iconic sports bar Carls, ‘Game Changers Live’ explored the future of the women’s game through the lens of culture, leadership and community – blending live conversations, performances and matchday experiences across the weekend.
At the centre of the event was VERSUS’ live panel programme, “Game On”, curated by Editor-in-Chief Amie Cripps and CEO Corey Pellatt. Opening Saturday’s discussions, Amie and Corey unpacked the cultural growth of women’s football and the shifts redefining fandom, identity and visibility within the game today.
The headline conversation then saw England manager Sarina Wiegman join Ian Wright on stage alongside Amie for a powerful discussion on leadership, pressure and the responsibility that comes with shaping the next generation of the women’s game.
From the standards required to succeed at the elite level to the growing cultural influence of players and coaches beyond the pitch, the conversation reflected on how women’s football has evolved into one of the most progressive and emotionally connected spaces in sport. Both Wright and Wiegman also shared their thoughts ahead of the final itself, celebrating the continued rise of clubs like FC Barcelona Femení and Olympique Lyonnais Féminin on the European stage.
The weekend opened on Friday night with a live performance from Norwegian artist Julie Bergan, while Oslo dance collective Jump Crew unveiled a new collaborative drop from adidas and Pepsi on stage. DJs carried the energy through the night as guests enjoyed Pepsi-inspired cocktails and Doritos-themed food throughout the venue.
Following Saturday’s panel programme, attendees stayed to watch the final together as Barcelona lifted the trophy in front of a packed-out crowd at Ullevaal Stadion.
Take a closer look at the event below.