Norway vs Portugal is under way at Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo, with Portugal holding a 1-0 lead after João Félix opened the scoring in the 21st minute.
The match is Portugal’s second outing in the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League and the first away test of the campaign for Jorge Jesus, who took charge of the national team before the tournament.
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Portugal leads after João Félix goal
Félix’s goal has given Portugal the advantage in a match featuring two teams that won their opening Group A4 fixtures.
Portugal began the league phase with a 1-0 home victory over Wales on September 24, while Norway defeated Denmark 3-2 in its opening match.
UEFA’s match centre lists Félix as the scorer of Portugal’s only goal in the contest so far.
Norway has continued to threaten through captain Martin Ødegaard and striker Erling Haaland, who scored twice against Denmark three days earlier.
Portugal’s starting attack includes Félix, Pedro Neto and Gonçalo Ramos, with Cristiano Ronaldo among the substitutes.
Norway vs Portugal lineups
| Norway | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Ørjan Nyland | Diogo Costa |
| Julian Ryerson | João Cancelo |
| Kristoffer Ajer | Rúben Dias |
| Torbjørn Heggem | Renato Veiga |
| Fredrik Aursnes | Nuno Mendes |
| Patrick Berg | João Palhinha |
| Sander Berge | João Neves |
| Martin Ødegaard | Francisco Conceição |
| Andreas Schjelderup | João Félix |
| Antonio Nusa | Pedro Neto |
| Erling Haaland | Gonçalo Ramos |
French referee François Letexier is overseeing the match, with Bram Van Driessche serving as the video assistant referee.
The game began at 8:45 p.m. local time at Ullevaal Stadion.
What is at stake in Group A4
Both nations entered the fixture with three points, making the result important in the early Group A4 standings.
Norway is competing in League A after moving up from the previous edition, while Portugal enters the campaign as the reigning Nations League champion.
The top two teams in the group advance to the quarter-finals, according to the Norwegian Football Federation.
The teams are scheduled to meet again on October 4 in Portugal, giving Sunday’s match added significance in the six-game group phase.
Live match status
Portugal leads Norway 1-0, with João Félix’s 21st-minute strike separating the teams.
The final result will be updated after the match concludes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the score in Norway vs Portugal?
Portugal leads Norway 1-0, with João Félix scoring in the 21st minute.
When is Norway vs Portugal being played?
The UEFA Nations League match is being played on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo.
Who scored for Portugal?
João Félix scored Portugal’s goal in the 21st minute.
Who is in Portugal’s starting lineup?
Portugal started with Diogo Costa, João Cancelo, Rúben Dias, Renato Veiga, Nuno Mendes, João Palhinha, João Neves, Francisco Conceição, João Félix, Pedro Neto and Gonçalo Ramos.
When do Norway and Portugal meet again?
Portugal is scheduled to host Norway on October 4, 2026, in the next meeting between the teams.
Fact-Checked: Key match details, lineups, scheduling information and the live scoring update were checked against UEFA and national football federation match information.
Disclaimer: Live football scores and match events can change before the final whistle.