Norway beats Senegal 3-2 to reach World Cup round of 16

Norway defeated Senegal 3-2 in a Group I match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 held in New Jersey, United States. Norway opened the scoring through Marcus Pedersen, and Erling Haaland added a double, while Senegal scored twice, including a late goal that could not prevent the loss.

The victory secures Norway’s place in the round of 16, while Senegal must win its final group game to stay in contention for advancement. The match also highlighted the contrasting fan experiences: Senegalese supporters, including the famed 12ème Gaïndé group, faced travel restrictions imposed by the U.S. administration, whereas Norwegian fans enjoyed a vibrant presence in the stadium.

Key details: Norway’s lineup featured Haaland, Pedersen and Sorloth; Senegal’s side included Sadio Mané and Edouard Mendy. Coach Ståle Solbakken guided Norway to the win, while Senegal’s coach Pape Thiaw looks ahead to the final group fixture.