Norway is expected to revert to a familiar lineup against Brazil. The biggest question has been the right-back position. Julian Ryerson has missed almost the last two games with an injury, but reports from the latest training session suggest he is fully available for the round of 16.

Predicted Norway Lineup

This is how Norway is expected to start: Ørjan Nyland – Julian Ryerson, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjørn Heggem, David Møller Wolfe – Martin Ødegaard, Sander Berge, Patrick Berg – Alexander Sørloth, Erling Braut Haaland, Antonio Nusa.

Berg Has Played His Way In

There has also been discussion around the last spot on the midfield. Patrick Berg started against Ivory Coast and responded with a very strong game.

Sørloth Over Bobb

On the right wing, there is also a real choice. Oscar Bobb had a big impact as a substitute against Ivory Coast.

DateOpponentResult
2026-06-26France1-4

Norway also has an upcoming match against Portugal on September 27. This could be an important game for Norway in their attempt to qualify for the next round.

Recent form: 1W-1D-2L (LLDW, most recent first); lost the last 2.