Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California
Kickoff: 6:00 PM PT / 9:00 PM ET
Group Stage Match
VENUE: LEVI’S STADIUM
Location: 4900 Marie P. DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara, CA
Capacity: ~68,500
Pitch Type: Natural grass (World Cup‑standard hybrid)
Dimensions: 105m x 68m
Playing Characteristics:
Wide pitch favors teams that stretch play
Evening kickoff reduces heat fatigue
Historically low‑scoring venue for international matches
WEATHER FORECAST
Temperature: 74°F (23°C) at kickoff
Wind: 6–10 mph from the northwest
Humidity: 48%
Chance of Rain: <5%
Impact: Ideal football conditions — slight advantage to high‑tempo, pressing teams
INJURY REPORT
Norway
Erling Haaland — ACTIVE (fully fit)
Martin Ødegaard — ACTIVE (minor ankle knock earlier in camp, cleared)
Alexander Sørloth — ACTIVE
Kristoffer Ajer — OUT (hamstring)
Morten Thorsby — OUT (knee)
Senegal
Sadio Mané — ACTIVE (rested in previous friendly)
Ismaïla Sarr — ACTIVE
Kalidou Koulibaly — ACTIVE
Nampalys Mendy — OUT (groin)
Boulaye Dia — OUT (ankle)
TACTICAL MATCHUP BREAKDOWN
NORWAY — Key Tactical Notes
Manager: Ståle Solbakken Likely Formation: 4‑3‑3 Style: Direct, vertical, Haaland‑centric attack
Strengths
Haaland’s world‑class finishing
Ødegaard’s elite chance creation
Strong aerial presence
Effective in transition
Weaknesses
Defensive depth issues without Ajer
Vulnerable to pace on the wings
Midfield can be overrun by high‑pressing teams
SENEGAL — Key Tactical Notes
Manager: Aliou Cissé Likely Formation: 4‑2‑3‑1 Style: Physical, athletic, counter‑pressing
Strengths
Elite defensive leadership (Koulibaly)
Explosive wingers (Mané, Sarr)
Strong ball‑winning midfield
Dangerous on set pieces
Weaknesses
Striker depth weakened without Boulaye Dia
Can struggle breaking down low blocks
Occasional discipline issues in midfield
TEAM RECORDS & RECENT FORM
Norway (Last 10 Matches)
Record: 5W – 2D – 3L
Goals: 17 scored / 11 conceded
Trend: Attack improving, defense inconsistent
Notable: Haaland scored in 6 of last 8 competitive matches
Senegal (Last 10 Matches)
Record: 6W – 2D – 2L
Goals: 15 scored / 8 conceded
Trend: Defense solid, attack streaky
Notable: Mané involved in 7 of last 10 Senegal goals
SERIES HISTORY
All‑time meetings: 0
First‑ever competitive match between the nations
Continental contrast:
Norway: disciplined, structured
Senegal: athletic, aggressive
This matchup is a stylistic clash with no historical precedent.
BETTING TRENDS
Norway Trends
Under has hit in 6 of last 9 competitive matches
Haaland anytime scorer has cashed in 7 of last 10
Norway has conceded first in 4 of last 6 vs top‑20 FIFA teams
Senegal Trends
Under has hit in 7 of last 10
Senegal unbeaten in last 5 matches vs European opponents
Senegal has scored in 9 straight competitive matches
World Cup Trends (Venue‑Specific)
Levi’s Stadium has averaged 1.9 goals per match in major tournaments
4 of last 5 matches here finished Under 2.5
MATCH ODDS
Norway + 130
Senegal + 220
Draw + 240
Over 2.5 – 105 Under 2.5 – 115
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, June 21, 2026
