Norway v Wales: Haaland and Ødegaard set to start in UEFA Nations League clash

Norway are expected to face Wales in a 4-2-3-1 formation when the teams meet in Group A4 of the UEFA Nations League on Saturday, 14 November 2026.

The match is scheduled to kick off at 17:00 GMT and will be the fifth round of fixtures in the group.

Norway’s expected line-up

Norway’s predicted formation is built around a back four protected by two central midfielders. The system is designed to provide defensive cover while allowing the team to move forward quickly after regaining possession.

A three-man attacking line is expected to operate behind the central striker. Its role will be to create openings in wide areas, advance the ball and provide service for the forward.

E. Selvik is set to start in goal, with Frederic Aursnes, K. Ajer, Leo Østigard and David Wolfe forming the defence.

Sander Berge and Patrick Berg are expected to occupy the deeper midfield positions, while A. Schjelderup, M. Ødegaard and Antonio Nusa should provide the attacking support.

E. Haaland is likely to lead the line as Norway’s centre-forward.

Norway expected XI: E. Selvik; Frederic Aursnes, K. Ajer, Leo Østigard, David Wolfe; A. Schjelderup, Sander Berge, M. Ødegaard, Patrick Berg, Antonio Nusa; E. Haaland.

Wales expected to match formation

Wales are also expected to use a 4-2-3-1 system, with their approach focused on keeping the team compact and limiting space for Norway to exploit.

The two midfielders in front of the defence will be tasked with closing passing lanes and protecting the central areas. Ahead of them, three attacking midfielders are expected to provide pace and direct running from the flanks, while supporting a lone striker.

Danny Ward should start in goal, behind a defence of Neco Williams, Ben Cabango, Ben Davies and Jay Dasilva.

B. Johnson, Ethan Ampadu, Liam Cullen, Jordan James and Sorba Thomas are the expected midfielders, with Liam Cullen and the wider players supporting the attack from behind the main forward.

Lewis Koumas is expected to begin as Wales’ centre-forward and will be asked to put pressure on the Norwegian defence while making the most of limited opportunities.

Wales expected XI: Danny Ward; Neco Williams, Ben Cabango, Ben Davies, Jay Dasilva; B. Johnson, Ethan Ampadu, Liam Cullen, Jordan James, Sorba Thomas; Lewis Koumas.

The latest listed odds make Norway clear favourites at 1.24 to win. A draw is priced at 7.03, while Wales are listed at 12.60.