Norway v Portugal: Preview, expected line-ups, stats and where to watch

UEFA Nations League,
League A – 2

Norway
NOR

27/09/2026
19:45

Portugal
POR

Francois Letexier

Preview for Norway v Portugal

Norway and Portugal will meet in a potentially pivotal UEFA Nations League clash on Sunday night after both sides opened their campaigns with wins.

Norway came from behind to beat Denmark 3-2 in their League A Group 4 opener, while Portugal recorded a 1-0 win over Wales to move into second place.

Norway made an impressive start to their first Nations League campaign in League A, recovering from an early deficit to beat Denmark 3-2 on Thursday.

Erling Haaland was the difference for Stale Solbakken’s side, scoring twice after Norway had fallen 2-0 behind inside the opening 18 minutes.

Norway have won 15 of their 25 Nations League matches, suffering only six defeats, but Portugal represent a major step up in opposition.

The two nations have met 11 times previously, with Portugal winning eight, Norway winning once and the other two encounters ending level.

Portugal also arrive in good form after beating Wales 1-0 in their opening Nations League fixture, with Joao Felix scoring the only goal in the first half.

The result moved the reigning Nations League champions onto three points, level with Norway but behind on goal difference.

Portugal were knocked out by eventual winners Spain in the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup, but they remain the most successful team in Nations League history after winning the competition in 2018-19 and 2024-25.

Jorge Jesus is now in charge of Portugal after replacing Roberto Martinez and the experienced coach will be hoping to guide his side to another positive result in Oslo.

The UEFA Nations League Table

Team News for Norway v Portugal

Norway will be without David Wolfe, who is suspended after being sent off during the victory over Denmark.

Haaland will once again lead the attack after taking his international tally to 64 goals in 56 appearances with his brace against Denmark.

Oscar Bobb impressed in the opening fixture and is expected to retain his place, although Andreas Schjelderup could replace Antonio Nusa in the attacking positions.

For Portugal, Jorge Jesus could make one alteration in midfield, with Joao Neves expected to come into the side in place of Ruben Neves.

Cristiano Ronaldo failed to score against Wales but is expected to retain his place in the starting XI as he looks to add to his record 146 international goals.

Joao Cancelo started at right-back against Wales and should keep his place, while Renato Veiga is expected to continue alongside Ruben Dias in central defence.

Expected line-ups for Norway v Portugal

Norway: Nyland; Ryerson, Ajer, Lysaker Heggem, Aursnes; Odegaard, Berge, Berg; Bobb, Haaland, Schjelderup.

Portugal: Costa; Cancelo, Dias, Veiga, Mendes; J Neves, Vitinha, Fernandes; Neto, Ronaldo, Felix.

Recent Form & Stats for Norway v Portugal

• Norway have won 15 of their 25 Nations League matches.
• Norway are competing in League A for the first time.
• Norway reached the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.
• Portugal have won two of the five Nations League tournaments held to date.
• Portugal have won eight of their 11 previous meetings with Norway.
• Norway’s only win over Portugal came in a Euro 2012 qualifier in September 2010.
• Haaland has scored 64 goals in 56 international appearances for Norway.

Where to Watch Norway v Portugal: TV and online streams

Norway v Portugal will be shown live in the UK on Amazon Prime Video. The match is scheduled to kick off at 7:45pm BST on Sunday, September 27.

Prediction for Norway v Portugal

Both teams made winning starts to the Nations League and there is little to separate them on paper.

Norway showed plenty of character to recover from two goals down against Denmark, while Portugal have the experience of winning this competition twice.

A competitive encounter could therefore finish level in Oslo.

Norway

1 – 1

Portugal

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