Norway predicted lineup and team news vs Iraq | OneFootball

Norway and Iraq are ready to start their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaigns on Tuesday, as they meet in a Group I encounter.

Norway heads into the match in excellent form following an impressive qualification campaign. They confirmed their place at the tournament with a commanding 4-1 win away to Italy. Their recent friendly matches highlighted their attacking strength, including a 3-1 victory over Sweden. Although they were held to a 1-1 draw by Morocco, they remain unbeaten in their last three games and carry strong momentum into the opener.

Norway team news

The Norwegian squad is fully fit and brimming with attacking confidence ahead of their first World Cup match.

Captain Martin Ødegaard has dismissed any previous fitness concerns, stating clearly that he is feeling sharp and ready to lead the team.

Manager Ståle Solbakken has also confirmed that Erling Haaland is in top condition. The striker drew attention in training by scoring an outstanding volley during the team’s final session in Boston.

Norway is expected to line up with an attacking trio featuring Alexander Sørloth of Atletico Madrid and Antonio Nusa of RB Leipzig supporting Haaland up front.

Örjan Nyland will start in goal, with a defensive unit consisting of Julian Ryerson, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjørn Heggem, and David Møller Wolfe.

In midfield, Sander Berge and Fredrik Aursnes will provide balance and support alongside Ødegaard, completing a strong and talented lineup.

Norway predicted lineup

Possible Norway starting XI: Nyland; Ryerson, Ajer, Heggem, Wolfe; Odegaard, Berge, Aursnes; Sorloth, Haaland, Nusa

When will the match kick off?

The match will kick off at 11pm BST on Tuesday, 16th May.

How to watch Iraq vs Norway?

In the UK, supporters can watch the Iraq vs Norway match live on BBC One and the BBC Red Button.

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