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Norway vs Senegal lineups are confirmed after Norway's 3-2 win at New York New Jersey Stadium. The FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match used Norway's 4-3-3 against Senegal's 4-2-3-1.
Erling Haaland started through the middle and scored twice after halftime. Ismaila Sarr started on Senegal's right side and scored both goals for the Lions of Teranga.
Norway vs Senegal Lineups Status
The official Norway vs Senegal lineups were released before kickoff in New Jersey. Stale Solbakken picked Orjan Nyland in goal and trusted Martin Odegaard, Sander Berge, and Fredrik Aursnes in midfield.
Senegal started Edouard Mendy in goal, with Kalidou Koulibaly and Moussa Niakhate leading the back line. Nicolas Jackson led the attack, while Sadio Mane and Sarr worked around him.
| Item | Confirmed Detail |
|---|---|
| Final score | Norway 3-2 Senegal |
| Norway formation | 4-3-3 |
| Senegal formation | 4-2-3-1 |
| Norway scorers | Marcus Holmgren Pedersen, Erling Haaland |
| Senegal scorer | Ismaila Sarr |
| Venue | New York New Jersey Stadium, New Jersey |
| Referee | Wilton Sampaio |
Norway Confirmed Starting XI
Norway opened with Nyland behind a back four of Ryerson, Ajer, Heggem, and Moller Wolfe. Ryerson's early injury changed the match, since Marcus Holmgren Pedersen entered after 13 minutes and later scored.
Odegaard played from the right side of midfield and supplied Haaland's first goal. Berge and Aursnes gave Norway enough control before Patrick Berg replaced Aursnes at halftime.
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | Orjan Nyland |
| RB | Julian Ryerson |
| CB | Kristoffer Ajer |
| CB | Torbjorn Heggem |
| LB | David Moller Wolfe |
| CM | Sander Berge |
| CM | Fredrik Aursnes |
| CM | Martin Odegaard |
| RW | Alexander Sorloth |
| ST | Erling Haaland |
| LW | Antonio Nusa |
Formation: 4-3-3.
Substitutes used: Marcus Holmgren Pedersen, Patrick Berg, Andreas Schjelderup, Oscar Bobb, Leo Ostigard.
Unused outfield bench: Jorgen Strand Larsen, Fredrik Bjorkan, Henrik Falchener, Sondre Langas, Jens Petter Hauge, Morten Thorsby.
Unused goalkeeper and midfield bench: Egil Selvik, Sander Tangvik, Kristian Thorstvedt, Thelo Aasgaard.
Senegal Confirmed Starting XI
Senegal started in a 4-2-3-1 with Jackson as the central striker. Mane began from the left, Sarr attacked from the right, and Lamine Camara worked behind Jackson.
The midfield pair of Idrissa Gueye and Pape Gueye tried to protect the defense. Diatta, Koulibaly, Niakhate, and Diouf formed the back four in front of Edouard Mendy.
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | Edouard Mendy |
| RB | Krepin Diatta |
| CB | Kalidou Koulibaly |
| CB | Moussa Niakhate |
| LB | El Hadji Malick Diouf |
| CM | Idrissa Gueye |
| CM | Pape Gueye |
| RW | Ismaila Sarr |
| AM | Lamine Camara |
| LW | Sadio Mane |
| ST | Nicolas Jackson |
Formation: 4-2-3-1.
Substitutes used: Ismail Jakobs, Ilay Camara Mbaye, Pathé Ciss, Mory Diaw, Pape Matar Sarr.
Unused bench: Habib Diarra, Antoine Mendy, Boulaye Dieng, Abdoulaye Seck, Mamadou Sarr, Iliman Ndiaye, Yehvann Diouf, Bouna Ndiaye, Andy Diao, Cheikh Ndiaye.
Substitutions and Team-Sheet Changes
Norway made the first change after 13 minutes when Pedersen replaced Ryerson. That switch became decisive because Pedersen scored the opener in the 43rd minute.
Senegal changed both full-back and midfield balance early in the second half. Jakobs and Mbaye arrived at 54 minutes, then Ciss and Diaw followed at 63 minutes.
| Minute | Team | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 13' | Norway | Marcus Holmgren Pedersen replaced Julian Ryerson |
| 45' | Norway | Patrick Berg replaced Fredrik Aursnes |
| 54' | Senegal | Ismail Jakobs replaced El Hadji Malick Diouf |
| 54' | Senegal | Ilay Camara Mbaye replaced Pape Gueye |
| 63' | Senegal | Pathe Ciss replaced Lamine Camara |
| 63' | Senegal | Mory Diaw replaced Edouard Mendy |
| 71' | Norway | Andreas Schjelderup replaced Antonio Nusa |
| 72' | Senegal | Pape Matar Sarr replaced Kalidou Koulibaly |
| 84' | Norway | Oscar Bobb replaced Alexander Sorloth |
| 84' | Norway | Leo Ostigard replaced Torbjorn Heggem |
Key Lineup Notes from New Jersey
Norway's attacking plan worked because Odegaard and Berg both found Haaland after halftime. Haaland converted quickly, so Senegal had to chase larger spaces.
Sarr kept Senegal in the match with two sharp finishes. Mane assisted the first, and Jackson assisted the second in stoppage time.
Norway vs Senegal Lineups Key Selection Read
Pedersen's early entrance gave Norway a direct outlet on the right. His goal changed the match before Norway's main attacking stars took control.
Senegal's strongest attacking work came from Sarr's side. Still, the 4-2-3-1 left gaps once Norway began finding Haaland between defenders.
What the Lineups Mean for Group I
Norway's confirmed XI showed enough balance to survive Senegal's late pressure. The result moved Norway to six points and secured a knockout place.
Senegal still had attacking quality in the starting side, yet defensive changes could not stop Haaland's second-half burst. Their final group match became a must-win game.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Norway vs Senegal lineups confirmed?
Yes. Norway vs Senegal lineups are confirmed after Norway's 3-2 World Cup win in New Jersey.
What was Norway's starting formation against Senegal?
Norway started in a 4-3-3 formation with Erling Haaland central and Martin Odegaard in midfield.
What was Senegal's starting formation against Norway?
Senegal started in a 4-2-3-1 formation with Nicolas Jackson up front and Ismaila Sarr on the right.
Who scored after starting Norway vs Senegal?
Erling Haaland and Ismaila Sarr scored after starting. Marcus Holmgren Pedersen scored after replacing Julian Ryerson.
Who replaced Julian Ryerson for Norway?
Marcus Holmgren Pedersen replaced Julian Ryerson in the 13th minute and scored Norway's first goal.
Norway vs Senegal lineups showed two attack-first teams, but Norway handled the decisive moments better. Haaland's double and Pedersen's early impact shaped the 3-2 win.
Senegal's team sheet still produced two Sarr goals, yet Norway's midfield service made the difference. Group I now moves toward Norway vs France and Senegal vs Iraq.
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