Get our Norway vs Senegal prediction, lineups, and betting tips. We analyze the latest odds and key stats for Tuesday's massive World Cup clash.
Norway vs Senegal Match Summary
Competition | World Cup 2026 |
|---|---|
Match Date | Tuesday 23 June 2026 |
Match Time | 01:00 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | East Rutherford, New York New Jersey Stadium |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | ITV 1, RTE 2 |
Norway and Senegal meet in a pivotal Group I clash at MetLife Stadium, with both sides carrying contrasting momentum from their World Cup openers.
Norway began their first World Cup campaign in 28 years with a commanding 4-1 victory over Iraq, with Erling Haaland scoring twice on his tournament debut.
Senegal endured a tough start, losing 3-1 to France, and now face a must-win scenario to keep their knockout-stage ambitions alive.
These two nations have only met once before at senior level, a 2006 friendly in Dakar which Senegal won 2-1. The stakes are considerably higher this time around.
Norway vs Senegal Form
Norway are on a remarkable run, winning all ten of their most recent competitive outings. Erling Haaland has been the spearhead, with Martin Odegaard pulling the strings behind him. They dismantled Iraq 4-1 in their opener and have scored freely throughout qualifying, netting 50 goals across their 11-match winning streak.
Senegal won seven of their last ten competitive fixtures but have hit a wall at the worst time, going winless in three. Their 3-1 defeat to France exposed defensive frailties, though 18-year-old Ibrahim Mbaye grabbed a late consolation. Nicolas Jackson and Sadio Mane will need to step up if they are to turn things around.
Norway vs Senegal Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Norway: No injuries or suspensions reported.
Senegal: No injuries or suspensions reported.
Norway
Norway are likely to be unchanged from the win over Iraq. Martin Odegaard pulled the strings and Erling Haaland scored the goals last time out, so the message will be more of the same.
Senegal
Despite being blown away in the second half of their opener, Senegal are likely to stick with the experienced names. Ibrahim Mbaye made an impression off the bench against France, but could miss out on a starting spot once again. The attacking trio of Ismaila Sarr, Nicolas Jackson and Sadio Mane are expected to lead the line.
Norway vs Senegal Predicted Lineup
Norway
Formation: 4-3-3
Predicted Starting Lineup: Nyland; Wolfe, Heggem, Ajer, Ryerson; Aursnes, Berge, Odegaard; Nusa, Haaland, Sorloth
Senegal
Formation: 4-3-3
Predicted Starting Lineup: Mendy; Diouf, Niakhate, Koulibaly, Diatta; Camara, P. Gueye, I. Gueye; Mane, Jackson, Sarr
Norway vs Senegal Key Stats & Match Facts
Norway have won all ten of their last competitive outings, a streak that includes a 4-1 victory over Iraq on Matchday 1.
Senegal have won seven of their last ten competitive matches but are winless in their last three.
Norway held 63% possession and registered 12 shots in their opener, while Senegal managed just 41% possession and 10 shots against France.
Senegal have failed to keep a clean sheet in 12 consecutive World Cup fixtures, a drought stretching back to their 2002 campaign.
Norway are ranked first in Group I for both standings and form, with Senegal sitting third across both measures.
Norway vs Senegal Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Norway 2-1 Senegal. Norway are the form side in this group and have the firepower to take charge. Senegal will fight and likely grab a goal, but Haaland and company should have enough to get the job done.
Best Bets
Norway to win at 13/10 (QuinnBet). Norway have won their last ten competitive matches, taking all ten of those outings by at least a one-goal margin. Against a Senegal side already under pressure, that form makes them a strong pick in the win market.
Over 2.5 Goals at 1/1 (AK Bets). The projected total for this fixture sits at 2.65 goals, and both sides showed attacking intent on Matchday 1. With Senegal needing to push forward, an open contest looks likely.
Norway vs Senegal Bet Builder
Our bet builder backs Erling Haaland to score anytime and Norway to win.
Haaland to score anytime is the standout pick. He has found the net in each of his last ten competitive outings and carries a strong probability of scoring here.
Norway to win rounds off the bet builder. They have won all ten of their recent competitive fixtures and are clear favourites heading into this one.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 12/5.
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Norway vs Senegal Talking Points
The headline duel in this fixture is the battle between Erling Haaland and Kalidou Koulibaly. Haaland has scored 22 goals in his last 11 competitive internationals and will fancy himself against a Senegal defence that shipped three against France. In midfield, Martin Odegaard's creative influence will be key. If Senegal's engine room of Pape Matar Sarr and Lamine Camara cannot disrupt his distribution, Norway's vertical passing could isolate the visiting centre-backs. For Senegal, this is close to a knockout game already. After losing their opener, anything other than a positive result here leaves them staring at an early exit from a tournament they entered with genuine ambitions of matching their historic 2002 quarter-final run.
Norway vs Senegal Predictions FAQs
When does Norway vs Senegal kick off?
The World Cup 2026 match between Norway and Senegal is scheduled to kick off on Tuesday 23 June 2026 at 01:00 UK time.
What is the prediction for Norway vs Senegal?
The prediction for Norway vs Senegal points to a closely contested World Cup encounter, as both nations aim to secure vital group-stage points.
What are the best betting tips for Norway vs Senegal?
Key betting tips for Norway vs Senegal focus on goals markets and potential goalscorers, given the attacking talent available in both squads.
Where can I find the lineups for Norway vs Senegal?
Confirmed lineups for Norway vs Senegal will be announced approximately one hour before the match kicks off on Tuesday 23 June 2026.
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