The last time Norway appeared on the global stage was back in 1998. This time, a resilient Landslaget, making their first FIFA World Cup appearance since then, return to action at the Sports Illustrated Stadium to face a Morocco side preparing for their seventh World Cup.
It's an international friendly action on Sunday, June 7, as Norway faces a Morocco side that has not tasted defeat in 27 matches. Atlas Lions boss Mohamed Ouahbi will be aiming to refocus his team after a long build-up to the tournament.
📈Team Form 📉
🔹 Morocco: Unbeaten for 27 matches across all competitions since August 2025.
🔸 Norway: Ended a 28-year World Cup wait by winning eight straight qualifiers.
📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊
🔥 Morocco is technically 27 matches unbeaten since an African Nations Championship defeat in August 2025.
🔥 Morocco made little fuss during their successful qualifying campaign, scoring 22 goals across eight contests.
🔥 Norway has been sharp in recent friendlies, securing a 3-1 victory over Sweden last time out.
🔥 Erling Haaland was clinical in qualifying, netting 16 goals for the European side.
🔥 This match serves as a crucial warm-up for both nations ahead of the June global showpiece.
🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥
🇲🇦Morocco | Form: W🟢L🔴W🟢D🟡W🟢W🟢:
Mohamed Ouahbi's side enters this clash with immense confidence, looking to preserve a formidable 27-match unbeaten run during their warm-up games.
With a squad featuring seasoned veterans like Noussair Mazraoui and clinical finishers like Ayoub El Kaabi, they provide a stern test for any opposing nation.
Having been paired with Brazil, Scotland, and Haiti in the upcoming finals, this fixture against European opposition is a strategic move to master the required playing style.
🇳🇴Norway | Form: D🟡W🟢W🟢L🔴D🟡W🟢:
Ståle Solbakken's men are looking to build on an excellent qualification campaign where they ended their 28-year wait for a World Cup.
With their squad high on confidence, Landslaget still boast experienced heads like Martin Odegaard and Julian Ryerson to lead the transition.
With group stage matches against France and Senegal looming in June, finding their rhythm in New Jersey this month is a top priority for the technical bench.
👥 Predicted Lineups 👥
🇲🇦 Morocco (possible):
Bounou, Hakimi, Diop, Aguerd, Mazraoui, El Aynaoui, El Mourabet, Diaz, Ounahi, Ezzalzouli, El Kaabi.
🇳🇴Norway (possible):
Nyland, Ryerson, Ajer, Heggem, Moller, Wolfe, Bobb, Berge, Aursnes, Nusa, Haaland, Sorloth.
🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀
✨ Brahim Diaz—The Real Madrid forward could make his impact for the Alas Lions after an exceptional campaign for them in the AFCON.
✨ Martin Odegaard—A vital cog in the Norway engine room who will be tasked with disrupting Morocco's technical midfield stars.
✨ Erling Haaland—Arrives in great form, having netted 16 qualification goals this season, posing a constant threat from attack.
✨ Hakimi—The back-to-back Champions League winner, who missed Morocco’s first friendly against Madagascar, is expected to return to the starting line-up.
💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵
💵 Morocco/Home to win = 3.12
💵 Norway/Away to win = 2.28
💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.70
💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 1.88
This clash presents a classic clash of momentum: a dominant, unbeaten side in Morocco faces a Norway team desperate to convert their immense potential before the summer.
With both teams using this as a vital dress rehearsal for the World Cup, the Sports Illustrated Stadium is set for a compelling international night.
Who do you think will take the points? Tell us your prediction in the comments.
🔗 You can follow the Morocco vs. Norway game here on MSport.
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