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New Zealand Women - Norway Women
Women's World Cup - Eden Park
1st Round
New Zealand and Norway Lock Horns
New Zealand’s ladies will hit the ground running on the 20th of July with a game versus point-hungry Norwegians. Which team will get a convincing start to their World Cup campaign? Find out what Football Whispers’ soccer experts have to say!
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Norway/Norway
- The European side is a tough nut to crack, as Norway doesn’t go down easily.
- Football Ferns rarely win games, as the last couple of months have been nothing but a disappointment to New Zealand.
- The class difference between these two is significant, as Norway’s market value is a couple of times higher than Football Ferns’.
Under 2.5 Goals
- To see Norway concede is a very rare event, as the team is famous for having a watertight defense.
- Football Ferns’ Achilles heel is undoubtedly the attack, as New Zealand lack attacking punch.
- Norway has way more experience than New Zealand, and that will help the European side keep the ball away from their net.
Essential New Zealand vs Norway Odds, Stats, and Bookmakers
This portion of our New Zealand vs Norway article has some interesting head-to-head and match odds news for you. Make sure to read carefully.
Head to Head
25/06/22
Womens International Womens
Norway Women
New Zealand Women
2
0
10/03/20
Algarve Cup Algarve
New Zealand Women
Norway Women
1
2
09/04/19
Womens International Womens
New Zealand Women
Norway Women
1
0
27/11/14
Womens International Womens
Norway Women
New Zealand Women
2
0
25/11/14
Womens International Womens
Norway Women
New Zealand Women
1
1
Last Five - New Zealand Women
30/07/23
Women's World Cup Women's
Switzerland Women
New Zealand Women
0
0
D
25/07/23
Women's World Cup Women's
Philippines Women
New Zealand Women
1
0
L
20/07/23
Women's World Cup Women's
Norway Women
New Zealand Women
0
1
W
10/07/23
Womenu2019s International Womenu2019s
Vietnam Women
New Zealand Women
0
2
W
11/04/23
Womenu2019s International Womenu2019s
Nigeria Women
New Zealand Women
3
0
L
Last Five - Norway Women
05/08/23
Women's World Cup Women's
Japan Women
Norway Women
3
1
L
30/07/23
Women's World Cup Women's
Philippines Women
Norway Women
0
6
W
25/07/23
Women's World Cup Women's
Switzerland Women
Norway Women
0
0
D
20/07/23
Women's World Cup Women's
New Zealand Women
Norway Women
1
0
L
11/04/23
Womenu2019s International Womenu2019s
Sweden Women
Norway Women
3
3
D
New Zealand odds: 17/2 (9.50) – 16.0%
Draw odds: 22/5 (5.40) – 17.0%
Norway odds: 27/100 (1.27) – 77.0%
According to the betting odds above, you have three choices – opt for a New Zealand win at 17/2 (9.50), go for a draw, or pick the Norwegians at 27/100 (1.27). The first two routes we don’t recommend, but Norway to Win is one of our favorite New Zealand vs Norway predictions this week due to the Europeans’ undeniable class. Norway are also the bookmakers’ expected winners with a staggering 77.0% win probability ahead of Thursday’s game.
New Zealand vs Norway Lineups & Team News
New Zealand
We mentioned earlier that New Zealand aren’t doing so well these days, and here’s why. First of all, New Zealand’s only victory in the last 12 games was over poor Vietnam. It’s that sort of inconsistency that makes us wonder whether or not Football Ferns will even make it out of the World Cup groups alive. To do so, goalkeeper Esson will have to be at her lethal best throughout the entire campaign, as New Zealand will be on the defense in many games.
Predicted lineup – Esson (GK), Bott, Stott, Bowen, A. Riley, Steinmetz, Percival, Hassett, I. Riley, Wilkinson & Hand
Norway
Unlike Football Ferns, Norway has definitely had its moments this year. Many good results against very serious opponents were recorded, including a goalless draw against almighty France. Norway stands a good chance at something more this year and we are fully prepared to see the team advance to the next stage of the World Cup with goalscorer Hegerberg among the starting XI’s for the team.
Predicted lineup – Mikaelsen (GK), Hansen, Harviken, Mjelde, Bjelde, Risa, Josendal, Reiten, Maanum, Haavi & Hegerberg
Player to Watch: Frida Maanum
Attacking midfielder Frida Maanum should be on everyone’s radar on the 20th of July. She’s the one that carries the team when it matters most and she’s the one that will have to handle Football Ferns’ defense this Thursday.
With Frida Maanum among the starters, Norway stands a very good chance of success. After all, Frida was exceptional in the game versus Sweden a while ago when she bagged a lovely brace for her coach.
Starting Lineups
New Zealand Women
Norway Women
*Starting lineups are usually announced 1hr before the kick-off
New Zealand vs Norway: Where to Watch?
With the New Zealand vs Norway clash approaching, you are probably searching for viewing options. US citizens can enjoy a live stream on FOX and the FOX website, while another good option is definitely Sling TV. Furthermore, the Spanish audience can follow the game with the help of Peacock and Telemundo.
