Norway vs. Senegal Predictions

• When: Tuesday, June 23, 2 AM CET
• Where: New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, USA

Group I is definitely the toughest in the World Cup, and each match is a delight for spectators. This round brings the clash between the new European force, Norway, and the African champions, Senegal. This is projected to be the direct battle for the second spot and a certain place in the knockout stage.

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Norway

Norway enters this tournament carrying massive expectations. Why? Because head coach Solbakken has Haaland, Odegaard, Sorloth, and many other top-tier players at his disposal.

This team rolled over Iraq in the first round, 4-1, with Haaland netting twice and showing why he is one of the best players in the world right now. Arguably, City’s star is the best striker in the world.

Norway plays offensive-minded football, always attacking and looking to score as many goals as possible. In 8 of their last 10 games, we saw over 2.5 goals, and the same number of events during that stretch saw both teams netting.

Senegal

Lions of Teranga lost their premiere at the World Cup to France, 3-1. They had several solid chances in the opening half, but after the break, the French team adjusted well, while Senegal lacked a plan B and a solution to the new circumstances.

Nicolas Jackson and the rest of the offense have to be quicker and more focused against Norway. We have to say that Senegal’s defense looked good when creating attacks, but somehow, the team was a bit sluggish in the final third.

Senegal’s recent matches have been highly efficient, with 3 of the previous 4 finishing with over 3.5 hits and both teams netting. Though we have to say they are winless for three games in a row.

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Norway and Senegal Possible Lineups

Norway: Nyland; Ryerson, Ajer, Lysaker, Wolfe; Berge, Aursens, Ødegaard, Nusa; Sørloth, Haaland

Senegal: Mendy; Diatta, Koulibaly, Niakhaté, Diouf; Ndiaye, I. Gueye, Mbaye; I. Sarr, Jackson, Mané

Norway vs Senegal Head to Head

There weren’t too many games between these teams. In fact, only one, a friendly international, was back in 2006. Senegal came out on top, as the Africans defeated Norway 2-1.

Norway vs. Senegal Predictions

Both teams are very confident when it comes to scoring, and on the other hand, aren’t that into defense. Attack is the primary option for these two units, and given the circumstances, which imply that Senegal has to attack and be aggressive, we expect to see an interesting matchup in New Jersey. Both teams will score for sure here, and that’s our final pick. Also, another suggestion is to avoid picking the full-time result, since it can go either way.

Our verdict: Both teams to score

Norway vs. Senegal Odds

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