Yesterday’s Results for Senegal vs Norway

Nelly’s Monday Group I World Cup Goals Total

Analysis: This is the most compelling Group I clash of the second round. Norway sits in a good position on top of the group after a dominant 4-1 win against Iraq, while Senegal is at risk of falling into must-win territory after their 3-1 defeat to France on Matchday 1. The stakes are high, Norway can clinch a knockout-round berth with a win, while Senegal simply cannot afford another loss. Erling Haaland has scored 18 goals in his last nine competitive appearances for Norway, and Alexander Sorloth, who scored 20 goals across all competitions for Atletico Madrid, provides a fearsome second striker option. But Norway's defense remains suspect, as they've kept just one clean sheet in their last seven matches across all competitions. Senegal has scoring weapons. Sadio Mane, Nicolas Jackson, and Ismaila Sarr give them genuine attacking quality, making a Norway clean sheet seem unlikely. There were over 3.5 goals in three of Senegal's last four matches, and both teams found the net in their respective openers. Norway's attacking strength combined with their lack of defensive solidity against quality attacks makes the ‘over’ the play here at a near-even price. A desperate Senegal side going forward plus Haaland on the prowl is a recipe for scoring. Thank you for playing with Nelly’s and Best of Luck.