Norway face Wales in a key UEFA Nations League match next Saturday, November 14th. The game kicks off at 18:00 local time and represents a chance for Norway to reverse a negative trend.
The team's last result was a 2-1 defeat to Portugal on October 4th, a match where Kristoffer Ajer equalised in the 36th minute from a Martin Ødegaard assist before Portugal won it late. That was their third consecutive loss, following a 2-1 defeat to Wales on October 1st. Norway's recent form across the last four matches reads one win and three losses, having lost the last three in a row. In their last four matches, Norway have just one win, against Denmark. Haaland is the team's top scorer this season with seven goals in five appearances, and he will be key to turning the form around.
The two sides met just six weeks ago, with Wales winning 2-1 at home. Oscar Bobb put Norway ahead after eleven minutes, but Daniel James and Neco Williams turned the game around for the hosts. That narrow defeat is likely to provide extra motivation for the Norwegian squad ahead of the home fixture.
With no official statements from the coach or players this week, the focus will be on correcting the mistakes from recent matches. Norway have shown they can score, but defensive solidity has been lacking. The clash with Wales is a direct opportunity to pick up points and build confidence before the next international break. The decisive Nations League match is played on Saturday, November 14th.
