World Cup · World · Group Stage - 2FT
Norway3-2
Senegal
Tue 23 Jun · 00:00📍 MetLife StadiumRef · Wilton Pereira Sampaio, Brazil
Norway vs Senegal Result & Match Review
Norway vs Senegal in World Cup, World. Review the final score, AI-graded tips, form, H2H and detailed stats on BetLogic.
World Cup · World · Group Stage - 2NorwaySenegalAI After-Match ReportPowered by BetLogic AIPost-match editorial report · Final reportNorway Edges Senegal 3-2 in Thrilling World Cup Group Stage Clash
Match result
Norway 3-2 Senegal (Full Time)
In a closely contested Group Stage match at the neutral MetLife Stadium, Norway secured a 3-2 victory over Senegal, showcasing clinical finishing and resilience.
What happened
At the neutral World Cup venue MetLife Stadium, Norway took the lead just before halftime through M. Pedersen (43'). Early in the second half, E. Haaland doubled Norway's advantage (48'), but Senegal's I. Sarr pulled one back (53'). Haaland scored again shortly after (58') to extend Norway's lead. Senegal fought back with a late goal from I. Sarr in the 90th minute, but Norway held on for the win.
Key turning points
The key turning points were Norway's goals at 43' (Pedersen) and 48' (Haaland) establishing a strong lead, Senegal's reply at 53' by I. Sarr narrowing the gap, and Haaland's second goal at 58' restoring Norway's two-goal cushion. Senegal's late goal at 90' was too late to change the outcome.
Stats that mattered
Senegal dominated possession with 58% compared to Norway's 42%. Senegal also had more total shots (16 to 13) but fewer shots on target (4 to Norway's 7). Norway had a higher expected goals value (2.20) than Senegal (1.72), reflecting their clinical finishing. Norway also edged corners 5 to 4.
What this means next
This result gives Norway a valuable three points in the World Cup Group Stage, improving their chances of advancing to the knockout rounds. Senegal will need to respond strongly in upcoming matches to stay competitive in the group.
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Match result — quick answer
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- Norway 3-2 Senegal (Full Time)
- What happened?
- In a closely contested Group Stage match at the neutral MetLife Stadium, Norway secured a 3-2 victory over Senegal, showcasing clinical finishing and resilience.
- Risk note
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