The Scandinavian Derby Between Norway & Denmark Set For Friday Night

Norway Host Denmark In Oslo

Norway host Denmark in their opening 2026–27 UEFA Nations League A (Group D) fixture at Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo on Friday night.

Key Match Dynamics

Norway’s Momentum: Norway enter the group stage boasting high confidence following a landmark run to the World Cup quarter-finals earlier this summer. Led by Erling Haaland upfront and captain Martin Ødegaard orchestrating from midfield, the hosts feature one of Europe’s most dangerous attacking pairs.

Denmark’s Tactical Challenge: Denmark enter this campaign under head coach Brian Riemer. The Danes will be looking to re-establish stability in League A, heavily relying on experienced midfield presence Pierre-Emile Højbjerg and forward Rasmus Højlund.

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Team News & Selection Notes

Norway : Ståle Solbakken has a strong core available, lining up in a 4-3-3 formation. Sander Berge and Patrick Berg are expected to anchor the midfield alongside Ødegaard, while Antonio Nusa and Andreas Schjelderup provide pace on the wings. Nusa and Schelderup had a great World Cup and will be making all the runs to feed Erling Haaland in the front.

Denmark : The visitors face several injury absences, including defender Andreas Christensen and midfielder Mathias Jensen. Right-back Alexander Bah has returned to fitness, giving Denmark a boosted defensive flank alongside Joachim Andersen and Joakim Mæhle.

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Head-to-Head Context

Last Meeting: Denmark won 3–1 in their most recent friendly on June 8, 2024, with goals from Højbjerg, Vestergaard, and Poulsen (Haaland scored for Norway).

Overall Record: Historically, Denmark hold the overall edge across all competitions with 55 victories to Norway’s 21 (14 draws). However, Norway’s current form at home makes this one of their most evenly matched Scandinavian derby encounters in recent years. And in my opinion, the Norwegians are favourites to clinch this one.

Kick-Off & Venue Details

Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026

Venue: Ullevaal Stadion, Oslo, Norway

Kick-off Times:

India (IST): 12:15 AM (early Friday morning, Sep 25)

UK (BST): 7:45 PM

US (EDT): 2:45 PM

Local / Central Europe (CEST): 8:45 PM

Where to Watch (Broadcasters & Live Streams)

India & Indian Subcontinent:

TV: Sony Sports Network (Sony Ten 1 / Sony Ten 2)

Live Stream: Sony LIV app and web platform, or via JioTV

United States:

TV / Streaming: Fox Sports (FS1 / Fox Soccer Plus) and fuboTV

Spanish Broadcast: ViX / TUDN

United Kingdom:

Live Stream: Amazon Prime Video (via official UEFA add-on/PPV options) and select games available on Viaplay / BBC iPlayer depending on regional listings.

Nordic Region (Host Nations):

Norway: TV 2 Norway / TV 2 Play

Denmark: TV2 Danmark / TV2 Play

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