Portugal defeated Norway 2-1 in Oslo on Sunday, September 27, 2026, to claim a second straight victory in the Nations League and move to the top of the early Group A4 standings.
João Félix opened the scoring in the 17th minute before Gonçalo Ramos doubled Portugal’s advantage shortly after half-time.
Norway pulled one back during the second half, but Portugal held on at Ullevaal Stadium.
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Nations League: Portugal takes control in Oslo
The Nations League holders entered the match after a 1-0 home win over Wales in Lisbon on September 24.
Norway had also won its opening fixture, beating Denmark 3-2 in a five-goal match that featured two goals from Erling Haaland.
That made Sunday’s meeting an early test between the two sides that began the League A4 campaign with three points.
Portugal struck first when Félix finished in the opening half.
The goal gave the visitors a platform to defend from and placed Norway under pressure to chase the game.
Ramos then added Portugal’s second goal in the 54th minute, creating a two-goal cushion and putting the European champions in a strong position to secure another away victory.
Norway pushes back but falls short
Norway controlled significant stretches of possession and created more attacking pressure after the interval.
The hosts eventually reduced the deficit, setting up a tense finish in front of the home crowd.
Portugal resisted Norway’s late push and protected its one-goal lead through the closing stages.
The result gave Portugal six points from two matches, while Norway remained on three points after its opening win over Denmark.
The match also continued a demanding start to the competition for both teams.
Norway has already faced Denmark and Portugal, while the Portuguese side has now recorded wins against Wales and Norway.
What comes next in Group A4
Portugal and Norway are scheduled to meet again in Lisbon on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Before that return fixture, Portugal is set to visit Denmark on Thursday, October 1, while Norway will travel to face Wales on the same date.
The group phase continues through November, with each League A team playing six matches.
The final standings will determine which teams advance to the next stage and which face the consequences of their position within the Nations League structure.
Portugal’s latest win gives the defending champion an early advantage, but the group remains open with four matchdays still to play.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the score between Norway and Portugal?
Portugal defeated Norway 2-1 in their UEFA Nations League Group A4 match on September 27, 2026.
Who scored for Portugal against Norway?
João Félix scored in the 17th minute and Gonçalo Ramos added Portugal’s second goal in the 54th minute.
Where was Norway vs Portugal played?
The match was played at Ullevaal Stadium in Oslo, Norway.
How many points does Portugal have in Group A4?
Portugal has six points after winning its first two Group A4 matches.
When will Portugal play Norway again?
Portugal is scheduled to host Norway on October 4, 2026, in the teams’ return Group A4 fixture.
Fact-Checked: Key match details, the Group A4 schedule and the competition timeline were checked against UEFA’s official Nations League information and current match records.
Disclaimer: Match reports reflect the latest available result information and may be updated if UEFA later changes an official statistic or disciplinary ruling.