Wales beat 10‑man Norway 2‑1 in Nations League win
Wales secured a 2‑1 victory over Norway in the Nations League at Cardiff.
In Brief
- •Wales secured a 2‑1 victory over Norway in the Nations League at Cardiff.
- •Daniel James and Neco Williams each scored for Wales, while Norway’s Oscar Bobb opened the scoring.
- •Norway were reduced to 10 men after Torbjørn Heggem was sent off for a foul on James.
- •The win marks Wales’ first Nations League victory of the year and Craig Bellamy’s first win since November.
- •Erling Haaland had limited involvement, making only 11 first‑half touches.
Why It Matters
The result lifts Wales’ morale after a string of poor performances and positions them better in the Nations League group, potentially improving their chances of qualification for future tournaments. For Norway, the red card and loss highlight defensive vulnerabilities that could affect their standing in the competition.
Key Details
- Result
- Wales 2 – 1 Norway
- Venue
- Cardiff
- Date
- 2026-10-01
- Red Card
- Torbjørn Heggem (Norway)
- Wales Goals
- Daniel James, Neco Williams
- Norway Goal
- Oscar Bobb
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