BETTING GUIDE; Norway vs Sweden, match preview, team news and prediction
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The two nations both have two friendlies left to play before the 2026 tournament kicks off next month, and Monday's meeting must be used to address any remaining issues on the pitch if they are to be in the best shape possible for this summer's tournament
As both prepare for their World Cup campaigns, Norway and Sweden have the opportunity to assess their squads when they clash in a friendly at the Ullevaal Stadion on Monday.
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The two nations both have two friendlies left to play before the 2026 tournament kicks off next month.
Monday's meeting will be used to address any remaining issues on the pitch if they are to be in the best shape possible for this summer's tournament.
Norway enter this clash in strong form, winning three, drawing two, and losing one of their last six matches.
During that period, they scored 15 goals and conceded only five, averaging 2.5 goals scored per game.
Their most notable results include a 4-1 victory over Italy, a 5-0 triumph against Israel, and a 4-1 success over Estonia.
While recent friendlies brought a 2-1 loss to the Netherlands and a goalless draw against Switzerland, Stale Solbakken’s side remain one of Europe’s most improved teams.
Norway are unbeaten in 12 home matches and have won nine of those games.
Team news sees defender Leo Ostigard unavailable, but the hosts still possess enormous attacking quality.
Erling Haaland remains the standout star, supported by Alexander Sorloth, Antonio Nusa, Sander Berge, and Oscar Bobb.
Sweden arrive with mixed results but renewed confidence after securing back-to-back victories.
Their last six matches produced two wins, one draw, and three defeats, with eight goals scored and 11 conceded.
Recent successes against Ukraine and Poland showcased their attacking potential, while earlier defeats to Switzerland and Kosovo exposed defensive vulnerabilities.
Away from home, Sweden have struggled for consistency despite the encouraging win over Ukraine.
Defensively, injuries to Carl Starfelt and Gabriel Gudmundsson reduce their options at the back.
However, Graham Potter’s squad still boasts dangerous attacking players, including Anthony Elanga, Benjamin Nygren, and midfield talent Yasin Ayari.
Sweden have now failed to keep a clean sheet in nine consecutive matches.
Recent head-to-head meetings have favoured Norway.
The Norwegians are unbeaten in the last six encounters between the nations and won both UEFA Nations League meetings in 2022.
Notably, each of the last five meetings has seen both teams score, highlighting a recurring trend in this fixture.
Key Betting Pointers;
- Five of Norway’s last seven matches have ended with both teams scoring
- Norway have scored two or more goals in seven of their last 10 home games
- Six of Sweden’s last nine matches have ended with both teams scoring
- Sweden have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last nine matches
- Both teams scored in each of the last five matches between these sides in all competitions
Rather than focusing solely on the match winner, the smarter angle appears to be the goals market. Norway’s prolific attack should create opportunities, while Sweden possess enough quality going forward to contribute.
Prediction: Both teams to score
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