Read our Norway vs Denmark prediction with betting tips, lineups, and the latest odds ahead of this UEFA Nations League clash. Who will come out on top?
Norway vs Denmark Match Summary
Competition | UEFA Nations League |
|---|---|
Match Date | Thursday 24 September 2026 |
Match Time | 19:45 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Oslo, Ullevaal Stadion |
A proper Nordic derby lands in Oslo as Norway host Denmark in the UEFA Nations League, and the bookmakers make the hosts clear favourites for this one.
Norway carry serious attacking punch through Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, and manager Ståle Solbakken has waved away the favourite tag, noting Denmark field players from Europe's top five leagues.
Denmark arrive shorthanded, with Andreas Christensen among the injured absentees, though Alexander Bah is back and available after returning to action for Benfica.
There is edge here too, with Denmark boss Brian Riemer cheekily branding Solbakken a "part-time politician" during the pre-match build-up in Oslo.
Norway vs Denmark Form
Norway carry the standout attacking threat into this fixture. Erling Haaland leads the line off a strong start to the season with Manchester City, while Martin Ødegaard has been impressing for Arsenal and slots into a three-man midfield. With that pair firing, the hosts have the firepower to take control at Ullevaal Stadion.
Denmark still boast plenty of quality despite a squad in transition, with Rasmus Højlund fronting the attack and Pierre-Emile Højbjerg pulling strings in midfield. Alexander Bah's return from injury is a boost at right-back, but the loss of Andreas Christensen leaves a notable hole at the back for the visitors.
Norway vs Denmark Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Norway: No injuries or suspensions reported.
Denmark: Andreas Christensen (Injured/out), Jens Stage (Injured/out), Will Osula (Injured/out).
Norway
Norway look settled going into this one. Erling Haaland will spearhead the attack after a fine start to the campaign with Manchester City, while Martin Ødegaard operates in a three-man midfield alongside Sander Berge and Patrick Berg. Alexander Sørloth's absence aside, Solbakken has his key men fit and available.
Denmark
Denmark have injury worries to manage, with Andreas Christensen, Jens Stage and Will Osula all ruled out, while Mathias Jensen misses out after being absent for Brentford. There is better news over Alexander Bah, who returned to face Porto for Benfica last time out and can start on Thursday.
Norway vs Denmark Predicted Lineup
Norway
Formation: 4-3-3
Predicted Starting Lineup: Nyland; Ryerson, Ajer, Heggem, Wolfe; Berge, Berg, Ødegaard; Nusa, Haaland, Schjelderup
Denmark
Formation: 4-3-3
Predicted Starting Lineup: Hermansen; Bah, Andersen, Dorgu, Mæhle; Hjulmand, Højbjerg, Bidstrup; Isaksen, Højlund, Damsgaard
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Norway vs Denmark Key Stats & Match Facts
Norway are the shortest price in the Win Market at 5/6 with Betfred.
Denmark are out at 7/2 to take all three points, available with Spreadex among others.
The draw is priced at 16/5 with Skybet.
Both teams to score is the favoured outcome at 4/7 with William Hill.
Denmark are without three confirmed absentees through injury, including Andreas Christensen.
Norway vs Denmark Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Norway carry the greater threat here, with Haaland and Ødegaard the kind of pairing that can settle a fixture like this. Backed by home advantage against a Denmark side missing key defenders, we fancy the hosts to edge it, with a projected 2-0 to Norway.
Best Bets
Back Norway to win against Denmark at Ullevaal Stadion. The hosts hold supreme attacking quality through Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, and they face a Danish defence shorn of key pillars like Andreas Christensen. Home advantage only tilts things further their way.
Back both teams to score in Oslo. Both sides line up in attacking 4-3-3 shapes with genuine forward threats in Haaland and Rasmus Højlund, so there is real scope for goals at either end of this one.
Norway vs Denmark Bet Builder
Our four-leg Norway vs Denmark bet builder backs the hosts to win, Erling Haaland to score anytime, both teams to score, and Morten Hjulmand to be shown a card.
Norway to win is the anchor. With home advantage and a Danish backline missing Andreas Christensen, the hosts look well placed to control proceedings and take the three points.
Haaland to score anytime needs little selling. He is the primary focal point and chief goalscoring threat for the hosts, fresh off a strong start to the season with Manchester City.
Both teams to score fits the profile of two attacking 4-3-3 setups. Rasmus Højlund gives Denmark a genuine outlet to trouble the Norwegian defence and find the net.
Morten Hjulmand rounds it off in the card market. He operates in a combative central midfield role built on frequent tackles and defensive duels, which brings booking risk.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 10/1 and is as short as 7/1 elsewhere.
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Bet builder odds correct at time of publishing.
Norway vs Denmark Talking Points
There is no love lost in the build-up, with Denmark boss Brian Riemer addressing his history working under Solbakken at FC Copenhagen and jokingly branding him a "part-time politician". Solbakken, for his part, urged reporters and supporters at Ullevaal Stadion to "toughen up" and warned his squad against underestimating Denmark despite the Danish squad turnover. On the pitch it shapes as a fascinating contest, with Norway's attacking firepower up against a Denmark side rebuilding but still packed with top-five-league talent.
Norway vs Denmark Predictions FAQs
When is the Norway vs Denmark UEFA Nations League game?
Norway vs Denmark takes place on Thursday 24 September 2026, kicking off at 19:45 UK time.
Where is Norway vs Denmark being played?
The match is being played at Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo.
What competition is Norway vs Denmark in?
Norway vs Denmark is taking place in the UEFA Nations League.
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