World Cup
Norway
Competition: Coupe du Monde | Active season: 2026
Norway
vs
Sweden
01 Jun 2026 · 19:00
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Morocco
vs
Norway
07 Jun 2026 · 21:00
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Iraq
vs
Norway
17 Jun 2026 · 00:00
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Norway
vs
Senegal
23 Jun 2026 · 02:00
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Norway
vs
France
26 Jun 2026 · 21:00
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Footlab Data
Group I
Group I
Group standings
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Statistiques détaillées
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Footlab profile
Offensive potential
76,1/100
Very high
Defensive stability
49,9/100
Stable
Game control
55,9/100
Stable
Regularity
59,7/100
High
Mental resilience
33,8/100
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Norway National Team Profile - 2026 World Cup Analysis
Norway World Cup 2026: Data Analysis, Strengths, and Projection
Norway marks its grand return to the world stage in 2026, ending a 28-year absence (since 1998). Driven by a world-class duo unique in its history, the Scandinavian side showcases an "Elite Verticality" profile. This is a team built for the knockout blow, capable of punishing any high defensive line through raw transition power and the surgical precision of its Premier League stars.
Global Positioning
Norway is positioned as the ultimate "Boogeyman" of the outsiders. They are the team no one wants to draw in the group stage, as their "Upset" potential is amplified by the sheer efficiency of Erling Haaland.
- Status: Explosive Outsider / Potential "Giant Killer"
- Projection: Round of 16
- Risk: "Haaland-dependency" and lack of collective major tournament experience
Footlab Profile
| Criteria | Level |
|---|---|
| Attacking Potential | Very High |
| Defensive Stability | Average |
| Game Control | Medium (Ødegaard dependent) |
| Consistency | Medium |
| Physical Intensity | Very High |
Structural Strengths
- Elite Finishing: With Haaland, Norway statistically possesses the best goal-to-chance ratio in the tournament.
- Transition Creativity: Martin Ødegaard ensures passing quality and vision, turning every recovery into a clear scoring opportunity.
- Athletic Power: A Scandinavian player profile (Sørloth, Ostigard) that dominates aerial duels and physical impact.
- Sprint Volume: A team capable of repeating high-intensity runs to stretch opposition defenses.
Structural Weaknesses
- Tactical Imbalance: A very offensive mindset that often leaves significant spaces behind the midfield.
- Defensive Depth: A lack of long-term certainty against world-class attacks (UEFA Top 5).
- Technique Under Pressure: Aside from Ødegaard, the team can struggle to build out cleanly under heavy pressing.
- Inexperience: Almost the entire squad will be discovering the atmosphere and pressure of a World Cup for the first time.
Tactical Brief
Norway primarily operates in a vertical 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1:
- Offensive Phase: Direct play, quick crosses, and constant seeking of depth for Haaland.
- Defensive Phase: Selective high pressing to force errors and trigger immediate transitions.
- Identity: "Efficient" football prioritizing speed of execution over sterile possession.
Match Typology
- Vs Weaker Teams: Physical dominance and often high-scoring results (over 3 goals).
- Vs Structured Blocks: Transition duels where Ødegaard’s precision makes the difference.
- Vs Top Tier Teams: Perfect counter-attacking profile; capable of conceding 70% possession and winning 1-0 on a single spark.
2026 Key Performance Factors
Norway's success will primarily depend on:
- the Ødegaard-Haaland connection (the team's barometer)
- the solidity of their center-back pairing against organized attacks
- their ability to remain calm if Haaland is neutralized by man-marking
Footlab Projection
Norway possesses a quarter-finalist ceiling if their two stars are at 100%. They are the quintessential "entertainment" team of 2026.
Projection: Round of 16 (Reasonable target)
Optimal Scenario: Quarter-final run driven by Haaland in "Golden Boot" mode.
Betting Insights
- ✔️ Very high potential in "Over 2.5 Goals" markets
- ✔️ High value on "Haaland to Score" (consistently decisive)
- ⚠️ Be cautious with "Clean Sheets" (defense can be permeable)
- ✔️ Interesting for wins with a 2+ goal margin against smaller nations
Conclusion
Norway is the new danger in world football. Between physical power and individual technical genius, they have the weapons to shatter the established hierarchy and become the great surprise of 2026.
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International history
Matches from the last 4 years
Norway
vs
Switzerland
0 - 0
Netherlands
vs
Norway
2 - 1
Italy
vs
Norway
1 - 4
Norway
vs
Estonia
4 - 1
Norway
vs
New Zealand
1 - 1
Norway
vs
Israel
5 - 0
Norway
vs
Moldova
11 - 1
Norway
vs
Finland
1 - 0
Estonia
vs
Norway
0 - 1
Norway
vs
Italy
3 - 0
Israel
vs
Norway
2 - 4
Moldova
vs
Norway
0 - 5
Norway
vs
Kazakhstan
5 - 0
Slovenia
vs
Norway
1 - 4
Austria
vs
Norway
5 - 1
Norway
vs
Slovenia
3 - 0
Norway
vs
Austria
2 - 1
Kazakhstan
vs
Norway
0 - 0
Denmark
vs
Norway
3 - 1
Norway
vs
Kosovo
3 - 0
Norway
vs
Slovakia
1 - 1
Norway
vs
Czech Republic
1 - 2
Scotland
vs
Norway
3 - 3
Norway
vs
Faroe Islands
2 - 0
Norway
vs
Spain
0 - 1
Cyprus
vs
Norway
0 - 4
Norway
vs
Georgia
2 - 1
Norway
vs
Jordan
6 - 0
Norway
vs
Cyprus
3 - 1
Norway
vs
Scotland
1 - 2
Georgia
vs
Norway
1 - 1
Spain
vs
Norway
3 - 0
Norway
vs
Finland
1 - 1
Rep. Of Ireland
vs
Norway
1 - 2
Norway
vs
Serbia
0 - 2
Slovenia
vs
Norway
2 - 1
Norway
vs
Sweden
3 - 2
Norway
vs
Slovenia
0 - 0
Sweden
vs
Norway
1 - 2
Serbia
vs
Norway
0 - 1