Norway face a key Nations League rematch at home to Portugal on Sunday, looking to overturn a recent defeat. The team lost 1-2 to the Portuguese on Thursday and now get an immediate chance for revenge at Ullevaal Stadium.

This is Norway's second group game in the UEFA Nations League 2026-27, following a dramatic 3-2 opening win over Denmark. Norway are competing in League A for the first time after promotion from League B. They have won 15 of their 25 total matches in the competition.

Ståle Solbakken has confirmed the starting eleven. Norway will start with Nyland in goal. The defence consists of Ryerson, Ajer, Heggem and Aursnes. The midfield features Odegaard, Berge and Berg, while the attack is set up with Nusa, Haaland and Schjelderup. This is a squad looking to exploit home advantage.

Portugal coach Jorge Jesus has chosen to rest Cristiano Ronaldo from the start. The attack will instead consist of Joao Felix, Francisco Conceicao and Goncalo Ramos. Jesus explained it is a tactical decision to manage a congested international break with four matches in a short period. Ronaldo, who is 41, was substituted in the opening win over Wales.

All attention is on Erling Haaland. The striker scored both of Norway's goals in the 1-2 defeat to Portugal and now has seven goals in five international appearances this season. In total, he has 64 goals in 56 caps for Norway. He is the team's clearest weapon. Haaland himself described his two goals against Denmark as important for securing three points in the opener.

Portugal will rely on Joao Felix, who scored the winner against Wales. They controlled possession for large parts of that game and will likely try to dictate the tempo again. Norway must be sharp in transition. The match is part of a busy period, with Norway travelling to face Wales away on Tuesday. See the full fixtures list for an overview.

Norway will hope to build on their strong World Cup performance, where they reached the quarter-finals. The aim is to establish themselves at the top of League A. The clash with Portugal at Ullevaal Stadium kicks off on Sunday.

The original report is at Khel Now

Norway lost 1-2 to Portugal at Ullevaal Stadion on Sunday. After being level 1-1 at half-time, Gonçalo Ramos scored the winner for Portugal in the 54th minute with a chip. Manager Jorge Jesus said Ramos got the nod ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo as a "tactical decision". Ronaldo remained an unused substitute. Norway now has three wins and two losses in its last five matches.