Having the same points on the Nations League standings, Slovenia and Norway lock horns in an exciting fifth round of the campaign. The fixture will take place at Stozice Stadium, Slovenia on Thursday, 14 November. The hosts earned a narrow victory against Kazakhstan previously while Norway got hammered against Austria ahead of this game.
Slovenia vs Norway: Match Preview
Slovenia began their campaign in Nations League with a draw against Austria and a victory over Kazakhstan before enduring a defeat to Norway. However, with Jan Mlakar’s strike against Kazakhstan, the hosts of this game bounced back with a 0-1 victory. Slovenia have also enjoyed a strong home record this year, with three wins and two draws from five matches. With two victories and a draw in Nations League, Slovenia are currently third in the points table, equal in points with Austria and Norway.
On the flip side, Norway stand at the top of the table with the same results as Slovenia in the four rounds of the Nations League. But the team’s confidence has taken a hit after a crushing 5-1 loss in Austria in their last match. The Lions have also had a tough time playing away from home, losing twice in three trips this year while concluding a draw.
Slovenia vs Norway: Head-to-Head Record
We have witnessed a tightly contested record between these two teams recently with two victories for Norway and one for Slovenia in five H2Hs. In the overall 12 H2Hs, the Lions take the upper hand with seven victories while sharing stalemates in three. In the two meetings with Norway as hosts, Slovenia registered the lead in one while concluding the other with an equal score.
| Date | Match | Competition |
| 10/10/24 | Norway 3-0 Slovenia | UEFA Nations League |
| 24/09/22 | Slovenia 2-0 Norway | UEFA Nations League |
| 09/06/22 | Norway 0-0 Slovenia | UEFA Nations League |
| 17/11/18 | Slovenia 1-1 Norway | UEFA Nations League |
| 13/10/18 | Norway 1-0 Slovenia | UEFA Nations League |
Slovenia vs Norway: Team News and Predicted Lineups
On the team preparations, both Slovenia and Norway have fully healthy squads with some big names marking their comebacks. Vanja Drkusic has recovered from his injury and is expected for Slovenia this Thursday. On the other end, Martin Odegaard is called up for the upcoming fixtures after returning from a long injury break on 6 November.
Slovenia Predicted Lineup
Oblak (GK), Janza, Bijol, Drkusic, Stojanovic, Mlakar, Elsnik, Gnezda Cerin, Ilicic, Sesko, Sporar.
Norway Predicted Lineup
Nyland (GK), Pedersen, Ajer, Hanche-Olsen, Moller Wolfe,, Ryerson, Berge, Thorsby, Sorloth, Haaland, Nusa.
Slovenia vs Norway: Match Prediction
Norway have not secured all three points in two visiting games this campaign in Nations League. Nevertheless, their track record against this opposition gives them reason for optimism. Slovenia, meanwhile, have preserved their unbeaten home run, though two of their last three games have resulted in draws. In light of the current performances of both sides, we anticipate a thrilling encounter ending in a draw.
Slovenia vs Norway Predicted Result: 1-1 Draw
