Norway host Portugal at Ullevaal Stadion on Sunday in the standout fixture of UEFA Nations League Matchday 2.
Kick-off is 8:45pm CEST, 7:45pm BST and 12:15am IST on Monday. Both teams began the group with a victory: Norway beat Denmark 3-2, while Portugal defeated Wales 1-0.
Match details
- Competition: UEFA Nations League, League A
- Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
- Venue: Ullevaal Stadion, Oslo
- Kick-off: 8:45pm CEST / 7:45pm BST / 12:15am IST Monday
Official line-ups normally arrive about an hour before kick-off. Broadcast rights vary, so viewers should use UEFA's country-by-country guide.
Haaland and Ronaldo bring different threats
Erling Haaland scored twice against Denmark and enters the game as Norway's most direct route to goal. His movement forces defenders to protect the space behind them, which can create room for Martin Ødegaard and Oscar Bobb between the lines.
Cristiano Ronaldo remains part of Portugal's attacking group at 41. Portugal can also call on João Félix, Gonçalo Ramos, Rafael Leão and Pedro Neto, giving the visitors several ways to change the pace or width of the attack.
This should not be reduced to a personal duel. Haaland needs service; Ronaldo needs Portugal to establish possession in dangerous areas. The midfield that controls second balls may determine which star receives better chances.
Tactical questions
Norway will try to make home advantage count without leaving too much space behind the full-backs. Portugal's wide players can punish an aggressive press, but sitting too deep would invite sustained pressure.
Portugal must decide how high their defensive line can stand against Haaland. Dropping early protects the space behind but gives Ødegaard time to pass. Holding the line compresses midfield but risks one accurate ball creating a clear chance.
Group stakes
Norway's federation says the top two teams advance to the quarter-finals. An early home win against Portugal would therefore be more than a headline result; it would create valuable separation before the return fixture on October 4.
Match and squad details were checked against UEFA's official match centre and the Norwegian Football Federation squad page. The thumbnail is the federation's real current-squad photograph and shows Haaland with Norway teammates; it does not falsely depict Ronaldo.
Frequently asked questions
What time is Norway vs Portugal?
Kick-off is 8:45pm in Central Europe and 12:15am IST on Monday.
Are Haaland and Ronaldo in the squads?
Yes. Both appear on the official squad lists, although starting line-ups are confirmed closer to kick-off.
Where is the match?
At Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo, Norway.
