Norway vs Austria prediction 09.09.2024 | Nations League

• Competition: UEFA Nations League
• Date: Monday, 9th September 2024
• Kickoff: 19:45 UK / 20:45 CEST
• Venue: Ullevaal Stadion (Oslo)

Norway haven't played at a major tournament since 2000. Their primary goal for the rest of 2024 is to finish among the best two teams in their UEFA Nations League group and to prepare for the next year and the World Cup qualifications. Norway has some big stars on the squad, like Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard, but they have only won one of the last six matches in all competitions. In the Nations League first round, Norway played 0-0 on the road against Kazakhstan. Guests finished the match with xG of 1.69, while the home side barely had a shot at the goal, but in the end, the teams split the points. 

Austria gradually improved and became a respectable European team. They were solid at the EURO but lost against Turkey in the 1/8 final. Now, Ralf Ragnick is focused on building a team that will qualify for the World Cup 2026. Austria's first game after the EURO was on Friday when they played 1-1 on the road against Slovenia. The guests were slightly better, but they failed to break a well-organized opponent, so Austria picked up only one point. 

Norway vs Austria pick: Both teams to score - yes

Norway's goalless draw was their first match without scoring a goal in seven games. On the other hand, Austria scored at least one goal in 21 of the previous 22 matches. Both teams to score - yes should be the best bet for this tie.