Norway look primed to push hard for a spot in the last 16 when they meet Senegal in Group I. Their 4-1 win over Iraq on June 16 has them sitting pretty at the top with three points and a plus three goal difference. Senegal sit lower after that 1-3 defeat to France on the same day and they need something positive here to keep their hopes alive.
Erling Haaland has already shown his threat with a goal in the World Cup opener. He looks the standout attacker for Norway right now. Senegal will lean on Sadio Mané for experience but their recent results have been mixed at best. A draw with Saudi Arabia and losses to France plus the USA do not inspire much confidence ahead of this one.
The only prior meeting dates way back to 2006 when Senegal won 2-1 in a friendly. That feels irrelevant now with both sides in different places. Norway's form includes three wins and two draws in their last five outings while Senegal have just one win in the same stretch.
Norway hold the edge in the standings after Matchday 1 and a result here would nearly lock in progression. Senegal find themselves under real pressure already. The game takes place at MetLife Stadium on June 23 as part of the 2026 World Cup group stage.
Haaland's scoring touch gives Norway a clear attacking focal point that Senegal have struggled to match in recent games. Their defense held firm in a 0-0 friendly against Switzerland back in March but the current World Cup level looks tougher. Expect Norway to control much of the play and create the better chances overall.
Recommended Bets
Norway win @1.80 — They sit first in the group after a 4-1 win and Senegal lost their opener 1-3.
Over 2.5 goals @2.10 — Norway have scored four in their last World Cup game and both teams have shown attacking output in recent matches.
Erling Haaland anytime goalscorer @2.40 — He scored in the 4-1 win over Iraq and remains the main threat for Norway.
Odds tend to shorten closer to kickoff — lock in value now.
