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01 Oct 2026 19:45
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Wales vs Norway Predictions, Picks & Odds – 01/10/2026

UEFA Nations League · 3
01 Oct 2026 Louis Hecq

Wales vs Norway – Best bets of the match

Our prediction
2: Norway to win
1.50 on Betfred · Confidence High
Odds recorded on 29 Sep 2026 at 21:21 · Odds are subject to change
Competition: UEFA Nations League
Stage: League A, 3
Date: 01 Oct 2026
Time: 19:45 BST

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Wales find themselves rooted to the bottom of Group 4 after losing their opening two League A fixtures without scoring a single goal. Defeats to Portugal and Denmark have exposed the gulf in quality since promotion from League B. Manager Craig Bellamy may shuffle his attacking options, with Lewis Koumas pushing for a start in place of Kieffer Moore. Generating chances has been the primary concern, with precious few shots on target across both matches.

Norway sit second in the group on three points following a thrilling 3-2 victory over Denmark before falling 2-1 at home to Portugal. Fresh from a World Cup quarter-final run, confidence remains high in this squad. Oscar Bobb is expected to reclaim his starting berth, David Wolfe returns from suspension, and Martin Ødegaard could feature after recovering from an ankle complaint. Erling Haaland's prolific form makes Norway a constant threat going forward.

Wales have managed zero goals and just four shots on target across two League A outings, a dire return that underlines the gulf in quality since their promotion from League B. Craig Bellamy may shuffle his attacking options, with Lewis Koumas a candidate to start, but the hosts lack a reliable goalscoring outlet at this level.

Norway's credentials are far more convincing. A World Cup quarter-final run and a thrilling 3-2 win over Denmark demonstrate their pedigree, while Erling Haaland's presence guarantees a constant threat. Oscar Bobb's expected return and Martin Ødegaard's improving fitness further strengthen their hand.

The away win at 1.50 reflects Norway's superior quality and Wales' alarming inability to create chances. Backing Norway to win is the standout selection. With both sides conceding in Norway's recent fixtures and Wales desperate to break their duck, both teams to score at 1.67 offers secondary value. Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about Wales vs Norway

  • Wales scoreless in two League A matches
  • Norway won three of last five internationals
  • Haaland prolific after World Cup quarter-final run

Form & Statistics: Wales vs Norway

Wales

Recent form

LD
Wins0/2 (0%)
Draws1/2 (50%)
Losses1/2 (50%)

Season statistics (2)

0Total goals
0%Both teams score
0Goals scored
0Goals conceded

Norway

Recent form

LWWLW
Wins3/5 (60%)
Draws0/5 (0%)
Losses2/5 (40%)

Season statistics (5)

0Total goals
0%Both teams score
0Goals scored
0Goals conceded
StatisticWalesNorway
Last 5 results1D 1L·3W 2L
Avg goals scored0.0·0.0
Avg goals conceded0.0·0.0
Under 2.5 (last 5)1/2·0/5
Probable lineup

Lineups: Wales vs Norway

Wales

4-2-3-1
  1. 1 Danny Ward
  2. 2 Connor Roberts
  3. 3 Chris Mepham
  4. 4 Ben Davies
  5. 5 Neco Williams
  6. 6 Ethan Ampadu
  7. 7 Josh Sheehan
  8. 8 Daniel James
  9. 9 Brennan Johnson
  10. 10 Sorba Thomas
  11. 11 Lewis Koumas
  • Kieffer Moore
  • Ben Cabango
  • Charlie Savage
  • Jay DaSilva
  • Tom King
  • David Cornell
  • Cian Ashford
  • Harry Wilson (injury)
  • Nathan Broadhead (injury)
  • Karl Darlow (injury)
  • Joe Rodon (injury)
  • Dylan Lawlor (injury)
  • Rubin Colwill (injury)
  • Isaak Davies (injury)

Norway

4-3-3
  1. 1 Ørjan Nyland
  2. 2 Julian Ryerson
  3. 3 Kristoffer Ajer
  4. 4 Torbjørn Heggem
  5. 5 David Møller Wolfe
  6. 6 Sander Berge
  7. 7 Patrick Berg
  8. 8 Martin Ødegaard
  9. 9 Oscar Bobb
  10. 10 Erling Haaland
  11. 11 Antonio Nusa
  • Leo Østigård
  • Fredrik Aursnes
  • Andreas Schjelderup
  • Jørgen Strand Larsen
  • Erik Botheim
  • Kristian Thorstvedt
  • Sander Tangvik
  • Alexander Sorloth (injury)

Medium confidence

A 4-2-3-1 against a 4-3-3 sets up a fascinating midfield contest at Cardiff City Stadium, with Ethan Ampadu tasked with organising Wales's double pivot against the creative thrust of Martin Ødegaard pulling strings in Norway's three-man engine room.

Both probable XIs carry reasonable confidence across multiple outlets, so the shape of this fixture looks settled. Wales will look to compress space and frustrate on the counter, though containing Erling Haaland in behind a high Norwegian press remains the defining tactical challenge for Craig Bellamy's side.

How to Watch Wales vs Norway Match?

What time is Wales vs Norway?

Wales host Norway on Wednesday 1 October 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 19:45 BST.

Where is Wales vs Norway being played?

The confirmed venue for Wales vs Norway is yet to be announced.

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