Wales vs Norway Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds

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Wales host Norway at Cardiff City Stadium in the UEFA Nations League, and the home side need a response in a hurry. The problem is that Erling Haaland is coming to town.

Wales sit bottom of the standings after defeats to Portugal and Denmark. Craig Bellamy admitted his side looked unrecognizable in Denmark and took personal responsibility for the display.

Norway opened with a 3-2 win over Denmark. The loss to Portugal stung, with Goncalo Ramos scoring the winner just three minutes after Haaland's equalizer.

Norway have beaten Wales just once in previous meetings. Wales have won twice, with the rest ending in ties, but that history counts for little against this Norway attack.

Wales vs Norway Recent Results

Wales are winless in their last six international games, and scoring is the core problem. They lost to Portugal, then went down 2-0 in Denmark, and are still hunting a first goal in League A. Moore and Johnson have to give this team something to hold onto up front.

Norway have won 8 of their last 10 games against all opponents, so the Portugal defeat looks more like a blip than a slump. The 3-2 win over Denmark showed an attack that can keep pace in a shootout. The concern is midfield, where Martin Ødegaard's fitness is in question.

Wales vs Norway Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Wales: D. Lawlor (Injured/out), I. Davies (Injured/out), N. Broadhead (Injured/out), J. Rodon (Injured/out), H. Wilson (Doubtful)

Norway: J. Ryerson (Injured/doubtful), M. Ødegaard (Injured/doubtful)

Wales

Winger Harry Wilson is doubtful after missing the trip to Denmark, and J. Rodon heads an injury list that also includes D. Lawlor, I. Davies and N. Broadhead. The Wales vs Norway lineups could still bring a shake-up, with Bellamy able to recall Jordan James, Lewis Koumas and Jay Dasilva.

Norway

Left back David Møller Wolfe is available again after serving his suspension. The big question is Arsenal midfielder Martin Ødegaard, whose fitness has Norway sweating, while Julian Ryerson will be assessed after picking up an injury against Portugal.

Wales vs Norway Predicted Lineup

Wales

Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: D. Ward; N. Williams, C. Mepham, B. Davies, J. Dasilva; E. Ampadu, J. James; B. Johnson, L. Koumas, S. Thomas; K. Moore (probable)

Norway

Formation: 4-3-3 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: Ø. Nyland; F. Aursnes, K. Ajer, T. Heggem, D. M. Wolfe; P. Berg, S. Berge, M. Ødegaard; A. Schjelderup, E. Haaland, A. Nusa (probable)

Wales vs Norway Key Stats & Game Facts

Wales vs Norway Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

Our Wales vs Norway prediction is a 2-0 win for Norway. The gap in quality is obvious, and Wales have shown nothing in League A to suggest they can crack a side with Haaland setting the tone up front. Norway are the clear favorites here, and the visitors have the firepower to make that count.

Best Picks

Norway to win in the Moneyline market. The first of our Wales vs Norway best picks is the straightforward one. Wales carry a winless run and a long injury list into this matchup, and it is hard to see the hosts holding off a Norway side with this much attacking talent.

Over 1.5 Goals in the Total Goals Over/Under market. Our projected Norway win clears this line on its own, with Haaland leading the line against a shaky Wales back four. It is a short price, so it works best as a parlay anchor rather than a standalone play.

Wales vs Norway Same Game Parlay

Our Wales vs Norway Same Game Parlay picks back Norway on the moneyline, Erling Haaland to score anytime, both teams to score and Ethan Ampadu to be shown a card.

Norway are the stronger side all over the field, and Wales arrive bottom of the standings with a lengthy injury list. The visitors are the clear call on the moneyline.

Haaland scored against Portugal and leads a front line built to feed him, with Nusa and Schjelderup on the flanks. Few strikers punish a struggling defense like he does.

This leg needs Wales to find a goal, and that is what pushes the price up. Norway conceded twice in each of their League A outings, so a consolation goal is not far-fetched.

Ampadu sits at the base of the Wales midfield and will spend the night chasing Norway's runners. That role invites the kind of late challenges that end in a yellow card.

This four-leg parlay tops out at +1100 (Spreadex) if you shop around, while the shortest number on the board comes in at +770 (Skybet). Grabbing the top price over the worst one is worth an extra $33 in profit on a $10 bet.

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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

Wales vs Norway Talking Points

Bellamy compared Haaland's mix of size and mobility to the Jonah Lomu factor in rugby, saying: "We're coming through the Haaland factor at this present moment." That tells you exactly what Wales are bracing for. He also brushed off questions about the independent commission verdict against his former club Manchester City, calling it "the furthest thing on my mind" with Norway next up. The real test is whether Mepham and Davies can stay close enough to Haaland to keep him quiet, because if they can't, this one could get messy for the hosts.

Wales vs Norway Predictions FAQs

When is the Wales vs Norway UEFA Nations League game?

The game kicks off on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT.

Where is the Wales vs Norway game being played?

The game will be played at Cardiff City Stadium in Cardiff.

Where can I watch the Wales vs Norway game?

The game will be broadcast live on BBC 2, BBCi, and S4C.

What are the probable lineups for the Wales vs Norway game?

Wales' probable lineup features D. Ward, J. Dasilva, B. Davies, C. Mepham, N. Williams, J. James, E. Ampadu, S. Thomas, L. Koumas, B. Johnson, and K. Moore. Norway's probable lineup includes Ø. Nyland, D. M. Wolfe, T. Heggem, K. Ajer, F. Aursnes, P. Berg, S. Berge, M. Ødegaard, A. Nusa, E. Haaland, and A. Schjelderup.

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