The story
The Norway national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Løvene, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 31 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from UEFA to this expanded 48-team tournament.
A goal machine and a captain-artist finally on the biggest stage together.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Norway will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group I and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group I. The connection between Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Erling Haaland - the clinical striker who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Norway are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
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Iraq Norway Secure Crucial 4-1 Win Over Iraq
A thrilling match in Vancouver concludes with Norway and Iraq leaving everything on the pitch. Read the full post-match analysis.
France Norway Triumph for France in Tense 4-1 Battle
A thrilling match in Los Angeles concludes with France and Norway leaving everything on the pitch. Read the full post-match analysis.
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Senegal Triumph for Norway in Tense 3-2 Battle
Tactical discipline and clinical finishes defined this Matchday 3 encounter. Here is how Norway and Senegal fought out their clash.
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Ivory Coast Triumph for Norway in Tense 2-1 Knockout Battle
The final whistle blew at BC Place with a 2-1 scoreline. Norway and Ivory Coast played out an absorbing contest in this Round of 32 fixture.
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Brazil Norway Advance with 2-1 Round of 16 Win Over Brazil
The final whistle blew at MetLife Stadium with a 2-1 scoreline. Norway and Brazil played out an absorbing contest in this Round of 16 fixture.
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England England Survive Norway Scare in 2-1 Extra-Time Thriller
England trailed, regrouped, and finished 2-1 winners after extra time against a fearless Norway side.
Portugal Norway Portugal 2-1 Norway: quarterfinals without Ronaldo
Ajer 36, Cancelo 38, Ramos 79. Conceição was sent off. Haaland did not score.