Norway vs Wales Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds

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Norway host Wales at Ullevaal Stadion in a UEFA Nations League A matchup that feels like a survival game, with both sides level on three points at the foot of the standings.

Ståle Solbakken's side have slumped since an opening win over Denmark, but Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard are both fit, and that duo makes Norway the clear favorite.

Craig Bellamy's Wales still have faint hopes of climbing to second, but they arrive short-handed, with Ben Cabango and Sorba Thomas suspended and Kieffer Moore out injured.

History favors the visitors. Wales have won their last three games against Norway in all competitions, so the hosts are chasing revenge as much as points.

Norway vs Wales Recent Results

Norway opened with a 3-2 win over Denmark and have lost every outing since, each one by a single goal. That slump has them fighting at the wrong end of the standings. Captain Martin Ødegaard has promised a much-improved home performance, and with Erling Haaland fit, the issue has been keeping goals out rather than scoring them.

Wales have taken just three points from a possible 12, so most of their outings have gone sideways. The result that stands out came against this opponent, a win over Norway in the reverse game, a feisty affair that Bellamy's side will lean on for belief. Ethan Ampadu remains the anchor in midfield and sets the tone for everything they do.

Norway vs Wales Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Norway: Sondre Langås (Injured/out)

Wales: Jordan James (Injured/out), Isaak Davies (Injured/out), Kieffer Moore (Injured/out), Ben Cabango (Suspended), Sorba Thomas (Suspended)

Norway

Torbjørn Heggem served his suspension against Portugal and is in line to return alongside Kristoffer Ajer at center back. Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard are both fit for the visit of Wales, and Sondre Langås is the only absentee, so the Norway vs Wales lineups tilt heavily toward the hosts.

Wales

Ben Cabango and Sorba Thomas are serving one-game suspensions, while Kieffer Moore has withdrawn from the squad injured and been replaced by MK Dons' in-form Aaron Collins. Jordan James and Isaak Davies are also out. Joe Rodon could start at the back, and Cian Ashford may get the nod further forward.

Norway vs Wales Predicted Lineup

Norway

Formation: 4-3-3 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: Ørjan Nyland; Julian Ryerson, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjørn Heggem, Fredrik Aursnes; Patrick Berg, Sander Berge, Martin Ødegaard; Andreas Schjelderup, Erling Haaland, Antonio Nusa (probable)

Wales

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

Predicted Starting Lineup: Danny Ward; Neco Williams, Joe Rodon, Ben Davies, Jay Dasilva; Ethan Ampadu, Josh Sheehan; Brennan Johnson, Liam Cullen, Cian Ashford; Lewis Koumas (probable)

Norway vs Wales Key Stats & Game Facts

• There have been 10+ shots on target in 4 of Norway's last 4 games in UEFA Nations League A.
• There have been 3+ goals scored in 4 of Norway's last 4 games in UEFA Nations League A.
• Martin Ødegaard has provided assists in 3 of his last 4 appearances in UEFA Nations League A.
• Sorba Thomas has been carded in 2 of his last 3 appearances in UEFA Nations League A.
• Erling Haaland has attempted 2+ shots in 4 of his last 4 appearances in UEFA Nations League A.

Norway vs Wales Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

Our Norway vs Wales prediction is a 2-1 home win. Haaland and Ødegaard give Norway a level of quality Wales cannot match, especially with the visitors missing Cabango, Thomas and Moore. Norway are a comfortable -350 (BetMGM) favorite on the Moneyline. Still, this Norway defense has been leaking goals, so expect Wales to land at least one punch.

Best Picks

Both Teams To Score: Yes. Both Teams To Score is the market, and Yes is the side we want. Both teams have scored in 4 of Norway's last 4 games in UEFA Nations League A, and Wales have scored at least two goals in their last three games against Norway in all competitions. Norway's attack does the damage, but their back line keeps opening the door.

Over 2.5 Goals. Total Goals Over/Under is the market here, and the over is where we land. Norway have seen over 2.5 goals in their last three games against Wales in all competitions, and our 2-1 projection clears the line. With Haaland on the field and a stretched Wales defense, a messy, open game fits the profile.

Norway vs Wales Same Game Parlay

Our Norway vs Wales Same Game Parlay picks stack a Norway win, an Erling Haaland goal, both teams scoring and an Ethan Ampadu card.

Norway on the Moneyline anchors the ticket. Haaland and Ødegaard are both fit, while Wales travel without Cabango, Thomas and Kieffer Moore.

Erling Haaland in the Anytime Goalscorer market is the natural follow-up. Across his last four UEFA Nations League A appearances, he has attempted 3+ shots three times.

Both Teams To Score: Yes fits the same story. Norway have conceded in every outing since their opening win, and Wales found the net twice in the reverse game.

Ethan Ampadu in the To Be Shown A Card market rests on the matchup. He sits in Ødegaard's lane, and Ødegaard drew 3+ fouls on three occasions over his last four UEFA Nations League A appearances.

Shopping this four-leg ticket around? Oddschecker's Same Game Parlay Comparison Tool lines up every sportsbook's price side by side.

Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

Norway vs Wales Talking Points

Everything runs through Erling Haaland. Wales head coach Craig Bellamy calls stopping him a "collective responsibility," and his plan is to keep Ethan Ampadu tight to the back line instead of sitting deep. That is a brave call with Ben Cabango suspended and the defense already thin. If the spacing slips even once, Haaland and Ødegaard are the kind of duo that punishes it, and that is why Norway are the side we are backing.

Norway vs Wales Predictions FAQs

What is the predicted score for Norway vs Wales?

The predicted score for Norway vs Wales is Norway 2, Wales 1.

What formations are expected for Norway and Wales?

Norway are expected to line up in a 4-3-3 formation and Wales in a 4-2-3-1 formation.

What time is the Norway vs Wales UEFA Nations League game?

The game kicks off at 12:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM PT.

Where is Norway vs Wales being played?

Norway vs Wales is being played at Ullevaal Stadion.

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