Norway predicted lineup vs Senegal for FIFA World Cup 2026
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Norway will clash against Senegal on June 23 (IST).
Norway will take on Senegal in their second match of the group stage at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a 4-1 win over Iraq in their opening match. The outcome secured Ståle Solbakken’s side an early lead in their race for qualification. They now have three points in Group I.
The Scandinavian side were brilliant in their first game. This tough duel might make a huge difference in the group table.
The Norwegian team will look to keep the same squad that it used in its match against Iraq. There are likely some other experienced internationals in key roles. They will also be expected to play a big part in helping the team progress towards the knockout stage.
Captain Martin Ødegaard will likely be the captain. Erling Haaland and Alexander Sørloth are expected to be in the attacking line-up again. The Norway team is expected to stick with their usual 4-3-3 starting line-up.
Who all will be expected in the starting lineup?
Ørjan Nyland is expected to start in goal for Norway. Full-backs Julian Ryerson and David Wolfe will be key to the back four. They will be expected to be paired with Kristoffer Ajer and Torbjørn Heggem in the centre of an evenly matched defensive corps.
Martin Ødegaard, Sander Berge and Fredrik Aursnes are expected to be up front in midfield. The three of them offer a balance of holding the ball and getting it through in the middle. They are able to be very creative when they are in the middle of the park.
The front three are expected to be dominated by left, middle and right-winger: Antonio Nusa, Erling Haaland and Alexander Sørloth, respectively. The attacking trio were key to winning the qualification campaign and have several goal-scoring threats.
Ødegaard is likely to lead the team and have a significant impact on their ability to score goals. Sørloth and Nusa are likely to be on the flanks to support Haaland.
Norway predicted XI vs Senegal
Predicted lineup (4-3-3): Ørjan Nyland (gk); Julian Ryerson, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjørn Heggem, David Wolfe; Fredrik Aursnes, Sander Berge, Martin Ødegaard (c); Antonio Nusa, Erling Haaland, Alexander Sørloth.
Where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 match in India?
The ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 is being telecast on Zee5.
Where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 match in the USA?
In the United States, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is being broadcast on FOX (English) and NBCUniversal (Spanish). Both have dedicated apps and streaming platforms.
Who is Norway’s most experienced midfielder in the lineup?
Martin Ødegaard, the team captain, is one of the most experienced and influential midfielders.
Which player could be the X-factor against Senegal?
Antonio Nusa’s pace and dribbling ability could make him a key player in one-on-one situations.
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Anubha Anandita Pathak is a sports enthusiast with a strong passion for cricket and basketball, shaped by her experience as a district-level basketball and kabaddi player. A loyal Golden State Warriors supporter, she closely follows Stephen Curry’s style of play. With on-ground reporting experience covering the Indian Super League and Karnataka’s hockey circuit, Anubha brings both perspective and passion to her storytelling.