Norway vs Portugal Highlights: Haaland Scores But Portugal Win 2-1

Portugal continued their perfect start to the UEFA Nations League with a 2-1 victory over Norway on September 27.

João Félix gave Portugal the lead in the first half before Erling Haaland brought Norway level shortly after the break. Gonçalo Ramos then restored Portugal's advantage three minutes later, with the visitors holding on despite Norway dominating possession and producing more shots.

The result leaves Portugal top of Group D with six points from two matches, while Norway remain second on three points.

Norway vs Portugal Match Details

Match	Norway vs Portugal
Competition	UEFA Nations League 2026-27
Group	Group D
Matchday	2 of 6
Date	September 27, 2026
Final Score	Norway 1-2 Portugal
Norway scorer	Erling Haaland 51'
Portugal scorers	João Félix 17', Gonçalo Ramos 54'
Norway possession	62%
Portugal possession	38%

Portugal made the stronger start despite Norway enjoying most of the possession during the match.

João Félix Gives Portugal Early Lead

Portugal took control of the scoreline in the 17th minute when João Félix found the breakthrough.

The visitors made the most of their attacking opportunity and moved 1-0 ahead, putting Norway under pressure to respond.

Norway controlled 62% of possession and completed 579 passes compared with Portugal's 327. The hosts also created plenty of shooting opportunities but struggled to turn their pressure into goals before half-time.

Portugal went into the break with their narrow advantage intact.

Haaland Brings Norway Level

Norway returned from the interval with renewed attacking intent and quickly found their equaliser.

Erling Haaland struck in the 51st minute to make it 1-1. The Norway captain's goal gave the hosts fresh momentum and brought the match back on level terms.

Norway continued to push forward and eventually finished the match with 20 shots, including eight on target. Portugal managed nine shots and four on target.

Ramos Restores Portugal's Lead

Norway's equaliser lasted only three minutes.

Gonçalo Ramos responded in the 54th minute to put Portugal back in front at 2-1. The quick response proved decisive as Portugal protected their lead for the remainder of the match.

Norway continued to control possession and finished with seven corners compared with Portugal's two, but the visitors remained difficult to break down.

Portugal's defence held firm through the final stages to secure another three points.

Norway Push but Portugal Hold On

Norway created the greater volume of attacking play after falling behind again.

The hosts finished with 20 shots to Portugal's nine and had eight efforts on target. They also completed 579 passes with an 86% pass accuracy.

Portugal had just 38% possession and completed 327 passes, but their four shots on target included the two efforts that ultimately made the difference.

The visitors also committed 12 fouls and collected six yellow cards, while Norway received three bookings.

Despite Norway's pressure, Portugal managed the closing stages and secured their second consecutive Group D victory.

Norway vs Portugal Highlights & Key Moments

• João Félix opened the scoring for Portugal in the 17th minute.
• Erling Haaland equalised for Norway in the 51st minute.
• Gonçalo Ramos restored Portugal's lead in the 54th minute.
• Norway finished with 20 shots and eight on target.
• Portugal recorded nine shots and four on target.
• Norway enjoyed 62% possession compared with Portugal's 38%.
• Portugal held on for a 2-1 victory.
• Portugal moved to six points at the top of Group D.

The result keeps Portugal perfect after two Group D matches. Norway remain on three points, level with Denmark, while Wales are still without a point after two games.

Portugal will take confidence from another victory, while Norway will look back at their 20 shots and 62% possession as missed opportunities in a match where they created enough pressure to trouble the visitors.

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Football fans in Pakistan and Bangladesh can watch Norway vs Portugal highlights and follow the latest UEFA Nations League action on tapmad. Portugal beat Norway 2-1 on September 27, with João Félix and Gonçalo Ramos scoring for the visitors, while Erling Haaland scored Norway's only goal.