World Cup | 2026-06-23 00:00
MetLife Stadium, New York New Jersey
📊 Match Insights
Norway currently tops Group I after the first matchday and can secure a spot in the last 32 of the 2026 World Cup with a victory against Senegal in East Rutherford on Monday.
In our World Cup betting guide, Norway's odds to win are significantly better than those of Senegal, but the African team proved to be a challenge in their previous match against France.
Demonstrating the same dominance that allowed them to win all eight of their World Cup qualifying matches, Norway opened their Finals campaign with a convincing 4-1 victory over Iraq. This success was largely attributed to their star striker.
By halftime, Erling Haaland had already netted two goals in his first World Cup start, followed by a header from Leo Ostigard and a late own goal by Aymen Hussein, which provided Norway with a comfortable lead at Gillette Stadium.
Currently, Norway leads Group I due to a slightly better goal difference than the 2022 runners-up, France. A win in this second match will guarantee their progression to the last 32, irrespective of the outcome of the France vs. Iraq match.
The impressive win in their opening match not only boosted their position in the group but also lifted the spirits of a team that had struggled after a perfect qualifying campaign, managing only one win in their last four friendlies.
However, Norway's defense has been shaky lately, with only one clean sheet in their last seven matches across all competitions, conceding at least once in their last three games. Still, they can take confidence from their current four-match unbeaten streak.
📈 League Table (Position)
| # | Team | Pts | P | W-D-L | GD | FORM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Norway
|
3 | 1 | 1-0-0 | 3 | W |
| 2 |
France
|
3 | 1 | 1-0-0 | 2 | W |
| 3 |
Senegal
|
0 | 1 | 0-0-1 | -2 | L |
| 4 |
Iraq
|
0 | 1 | 0-0-1 | -3 | L |
Chance for playoffs
📉 Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
Norway
W
D
W
D
L
Senegal
L
D
L
W
W
