Portugal vs Norway Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 1
12
J. Cancelo
was cautioned
36
K. Ajer
scored for Norway
38
J. Cancelo
scored for Portugal
2nd Half2 - 1
79
G. Ramos
scored for Portugal
86
F. Conceicao
sent off for a second booking
86
F. Conceicao
was cautioned
88
B. Fernandes
was cautioned
The upcoming meeting between Portugal and Norway takes place at Estadio do Dragao on 04 October 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Europe UEFA Nations League A, Group Stage. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.
Portugal prefer a system that balances attack and defence.
Norway usually adopt an attacking approach.
Recent Form
Portugal
WWWW
Norway
LLLW
Portugal have been one of the most in-form sides lately, performing consistently at a high level. Opponents will need to be on guard against their current form.
In contrast, Norway have shown mixed form recently, alternating between good and poor performances. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.
Recent Form Home/Away
Portugal (Home)
WW
Norway (Away)
LL
A surprising trend, with Portugal far more successful on the road.
Norway are significantly more effective at home than on their travels.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Portugal
---+
Norway
----
Portugal have struggled to maintain consistent defensive solidity. Concentration at the back will be key.
In contrast, Norway have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Portugal (Home)
-+
Norway (Away)
--
Portugal show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
There is little difference in Norway's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Portugal
+++-
Norway
++++
Portugal have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
In contrast, Norway are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Portugal (Home)
+-
Norway (Away)
++
Portugal's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.
Norway's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Scoring Consistency
Portugal
++++
Norway
++++
Portugal show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Also, Norway have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Portugal (Home)
++
Norway (Away)
++
Portugal's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
There is little difference in Norway's scoring output across venues.
Match Information
Referee: Maurizio Mariani
Venue: Estadio do Dragao
Portugal vs Norway Video Content
0-1` Kristoffer Ajer 36
1-1` Joao Cancelo 38
2-1` Goncalo Ramos 79
Portugal vs Norway Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.8
xG
0.44
58
Ball Posession (%)
42
3
Big Chances
0
20
Shots
9
7
Shots on Goal
3
5
Shots Blocked
2
11
Shots inside Box
6
9
Shots outside Box
3
0
Hit Woodwork
0
8
Fouls
7
6
Corner Kicks
4
20
Throw Ins
13
2
Saves
5
7
Free Kicks
8
2
Offsides
2
482
Passes Total
337
437
Passes Completed
274
180
Passes in the final 3rd Total
74
145
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
48
35
Touches in the Opposition Box
18
9
Tackles Total
11
3
Tackles Completed
8
21
Clearances
20
11
Crosses Total
9
3
Crosses Completed
1
8
Interceptions
1
Portugal vs Norway Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Starting Lineup
1
D. Costa
13
E. Selvik
19
N. Mendes
5
D. Wolfe
13
R. Veiga
4
L. Ostigard
3
R. Dias
3
K. Ajer
20
J. Cancelo
7
F. Aursnes
6
J. Palhinha
6
P. Berg
8
B. Fernandes
8
S. Berge
23
Vitinha
20
A. Nusa
14
F. Conceicao
10
M. Odegaard
11
J. Felix
21
A. Schjelderup
9
G. Ramos
9
E. Haaland
Portugal vs Norway H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results
EUROPE UEFA Nations League A, Group Stage Standings & Table