Norway
Senegal
Teamübersicht
In their last World Cup match, Norway faced Iraq and secured a convincing 4-1 victory. This win marked a strong start to their campaign, showcasing their attacking prowess.
Match statistics (Iraq vs Norway):
Teamübersicht
Senegal's last World Cup encounter ended in disappointment as they lost 3-1 to France. Despite a spirited effort, they struggled to convert their chances.
Match statistics (France vs Senegal):
In a captivating World Cup clash, Norway triumphed over Senegal with a scoreline of 3-2, showcasing a blend of tactical prowess and individual brilliance. The match, held during the group stage, saw Norway take the lead and maintain their composure despite a late surge from Senegal.
Norway struck first just before halftime, with M. Pedersen finding the net in the 43rd minute. The home side continued their momentum right after the break, as Erling Haaland scored two quick goals in the 48th and 58th minutes, putting Norway ahead 3-1. Despite having only 42% possession, Norway was efficient, registering 7 shots on target out of 13 total attempts.
Senegal, however, was not to be underestimated. They responded with I. Sarr scoring in the 53rd minute, and he added another in stoppage time, narrowing the deficit to one goal. Senegal dominated possession at 58% and had 16 total shots, but struggled to convert their chances into goals.
The match was marked by a physical battle, with Norway committing 13 fouls compared to Senegal's 5. Both teams displayed resilience, but Norway's ability to capitalize on key moments ultimately secured their victory. This match not only highlights Norway's attacking capabilities but also sets the stage for an intriguing tournament ahead.
Norway has shown strong form recently, winning their last match against Iraq with a score of 4-1, demonstrating their attacking prowess. They averaged 4 goals per game in their last match, indicating a potent offense. In contrast, Senegal lost their recent match against France 1-3, which highlights their struggles defensively, conceding 3 goals and only managing 1 themselves.
In their previous encounters, Norway has a perfect record against Senegal, winning the only match played with a score of 3-2. The match featured a total of 5 goals, showcasing both teams' ability to score. Norway's expected goals (xG) were 2.10, while Senegal's were 1.70, indicating that Norway created more quality chances. Additionally, Norway had a higher possession rate of 42% compared to Senegal's 58%, suggesting that they were more effective in their attacking plays despite having less ball control.
Norway is expected to leverage their attacking strengths, focusing on quick transitions and exploiting Senegal's defensive lapses. They may utilize set pieces effectively, given their recent corner statistics, while Senegal will need to tighten their defense to avoid conceding early goals.
O. Nyland
G
J. Ryerson
D
K. Ajer
D
T. Heggem
D
D. Wolfe
D
M. Odegaard
M
S. Berge
M
F. Aursnes
M
A. Nusa
M
A. Sorloth
F
E. Haaland
F
E. Mendy
G
K. Diatta
D
K. Koulibaly
D
M. Niakhate
D
M. Diouf
D
I. Gueye
M
P. Gueye
M
I. Sarr
M
L. Camara
M
S. Mane
M
N. Jackson
F
