Portugal host Norway in UEFA Nations League Group A4. Read team news, form, H2H, players to watch, prediction, and kick-off time.
Portugal will attempt to maintain their perfect UEFA Nations League campaign when they welcome Erling Haaland and Norway to the Estádio do Dragão in Porto on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Jorge Jesus’ Portugal have taken maximum points from their opening three Group A4 matches, beating Wales, Norway and Denmark to establish a six-point advantage at the top.
Norway arrive needing a response. Ståle Solbakken’s side surrendered an early lead in a 2-1 defeat to Wales on Thursday and have collected only three points from three matches.
Portugal vs Norway Match Details
| Detail | Information |
| Competition | UEFA Nations League – League A, Group A4 |
| Match | Portugal vs Norway |
| Date | Sunday, October 4, 2026 |
| Venue | Estádio do Dragão, Porto |
| Kick-off | 7:45 p.m. Portugal time |
| Uganda kick-off | 9:45 p.m. EAT |
| Portugal points | 9 |
| Norway points | 3 |
The fixture allows Portugal to tighten their grip on Group A4, while Norway need points to improve their position in a group where Denmark and Wales also have three points.
Portugal Perfect After Three Matches
Portugal opened with a narrow 1-0 victory against Wales before travelling to Oslo and beating Norway 2-1.
Their most impressive attacking performance came in Copenhagen on Thursday, when they defeated Denmark 4-2.
Three matches have therefore produced three victories, seven goals and nine points.
The result in Denmark was particularly encouraging because Portugal demonstrated several different routes to goal. Cancelo contributed from defence, Vitinha scored from midfield, while Ramos and Félix continued delivering in attack.
Norway Need Response After Cardiff Defeat
Norway’s campaign has been considerably less consistent.
They began with an entertaining 3-2 victory over Denmark, but Portugal then defeated them 2-1 in Oslo.
Thursday’s visit to Cardiff brought another setback.
Oscar Bobb gave Norway the lead inside 10 minutes after being released by Martin Ødegaard. Wales responded through Daniel James before half-time, however, and the contest changed further when Torbjørn Heggem was dismissed.
Neco Williams subsequently scored from the resulting free-kick as Wales completed a 2-1 comeback.
Norway therefore arrive in Porto with three points from three games.
What Happened in Norway vs Portugal?
The teams have already met during this Nations League campaign.
Portugal won 2-1 in Oslo on September 27, maintaining their recent dominance of the fixture.
The quick turnaround gives Solbakken an opportunity to make tactical adjustments, but Portugal’s home advantage presents another demanding challenge.
Portugal vs Norway Head-to-Head
Portugal hold the stronger recent record.
| Recent meetings | Result |
| Norway vs Portugal – 2026 | Portugal won 2-1 |
| Portugal vs Norway – 2016 | Portugal won 3-0 |
| Portugal vs Norway – 2011 | Portugal won 1-0 |
| Norway vs Portugal – 2010 | Norway won 1-0 |
| Norway vs Portugal – 2003 | Portugal won 1-0 |
Portugal have won four of the last five recorded meetings, with Norway’s only victory in that sequence coming in 2010.
Players to Watch
Erling Haaland – Norway
Haaland remains the obvious threat for Portugal’s defence.
UEFA’s current squad information credits the Manchester City striker with three goals in three Nations League appearances this campaign.
Martin Ødegaard – Norway
Ødegaard’s creativity was evident against Wales when his through ball created Bobb’s opening goal.
The Arsenal midfielder had reached a competition-leading three assists following Matchday 3, illustrating how important he is to Norway’s attacking structure.
Gonçalo Ramos – Portugal
Ramos has become an important part of Portugal’s attack.
He scored against Denmark after also contributing to Cancelo’s opening goal, and UEFA’s squad data credits him with two goals from three appearances in this Nations League campaign.
João Félix – Portugal
Félix has been particularly productive.
The forward came off the bench to complete the 4-2 victory over Denmark and has three goals in three Nations League appearances, according to UEFA’s current squad list.
Portugal Team News
Portugal’s listed forwards are Rafael Leão, Gonçalo Ramos, João Félix, Francisco Trincão, Fábio Silva and Pedro Neto.
Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Vitinha, João Neves, João Palhinha and Rúben Neves provide considerable midfield depth.
At the back, Jesus can select from players including Rúben Dias, Nuno Mendes, João Cancelo, Diogo Dalot, Renato Veiga and Gonçalo Inácio.
Norway Team News
Norway’s current UEFA squad includes Haaland, Ødegaard, Bobb, Nusa, Sander Berge, Fredrik Aursnes and Jørgen Strand Larsen.
However, Torbjørn Heggem is suspended following his red card against Wales.
Ødegaard’s condition will also attract attention after Goal reported that his fitness was being monitored.
Confirmed starting line-ups should be available approximately one hour before kick-off.
Portugal vs Norway Prediction
Portugal’s perfect record makes them the stronger side on recent results, but Norway possess enough attacking quality to make this a competitive encounter.
Match result: Portugal have the stronger recent record, winning all three Nations League fixtures and beating Norway in Oslo. A home victory is therefore one possible outcome.
Both teams to score: This market has supporting recent evidence. Norway’s five recent matches listed by Goal all produced goals for both teams, while Portugal conceded twice against Denmark.
Total goals: Over 2.5 goals is another possibility given the attacking personnel available. Norway’s opening three Nations League matches produced 13 goals in total.
Portugal to score: Portugal have scored in every Nations League match so far, including four against Denmark.
Haaland anytime scorer: Haaland’s three goals in three Nations League appearances underline his individual threat, but player-scoring markets remain inherently uncertain.
Possible score: Portugal 2-1 Norway.
These are match assessments rather than guaranteed outcomes. Team selection, game state and individual moments can significantly change the contest.
What Portugal vs Norway Means for Ugandan Supporters
The 9:45 p.m. EAT kick-off makes Portugal against Norway a convenient Sunday-night fixture for football supporters across Uganda.
There should also be plenty of familiar Premier League names.
Manchester City followers can watch Haaland potentially going directly against club teammate Rúben Dias, while Arsenal supporters will have a particular interest in Ødegaard. Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Pedro Neto, Diogo Dalot and João Palhinha are among the other players familiar to Ugandans who regularly follow English football.
Haaland provides perhaps the biggest individual attraction. His goalscoring record means every opportunity around Portugal’s penalty area could become significant.
The group situation also adds importance. Portugal enter Matchday 4 six points clear at the top, while Norway, Denmark and Wales are all on three points.
Norway therefore cannot afford to view Porto simply as another difficult away fixture. With only three league-phase matches remaining after Sunday, points could become increasingly important in determining their League A future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Portugal vs Norway?
Portugal hosts Norway on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in UEFA Nations League Group A4.
What time is Portugal vs Norway in Uganda?
The match kicks off at 9:45 p.m. EAT.
Where is Portugal vs Norway being played?
The match takes place at the Estádio do Dragão in Porto.
Where are Portugal in Nations League Group A4?
Portugal lead Group A4 with nine points from three matches, having won all three games.
How many points do Norway have?
Norway has three points from three matches after one victory and two defeats.
Is Cristiano Ronaldo in the Portugal squad?
Ronaldo does not appear on UEFA’s current official squad list for Portugal against Norway.
How many Nations League goals has Haaland scored?
UEFA lists Haaland with three goals from three appearances in the current Nations League campaign.
What is the Portugal vs Norway prediction?
A 2-1 Portugal victory is one possible scoreline based on Portugal’s perfect start and home advantage, although Norway’s Haaland-led attack gives the visitors a significant threat.
Conclusion
Portugal enter Sunday’s meeting as the only Group A4 side with a perfect record, and their 4-2 victory in Denmark showed the variety of attacking options available to Jorge Jesus.
Norway arrive under greater pressure after losing in Cardiff, but Haaland, Ødegaard, Bobb and Nusa ensure they possess enough attacking quality to challenge Portugal.
The first meeting ended 2-1 to Portugal. Sunday’s return fixture will show whether Norway have learned enough from that defeat to stop a Seleção side chasing a fourth consecutive Nations League victory.
