Netherlands vs Norway Highlights and Goals
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Netherlands
Total Votes
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Match Stats
Lineup
Netherlands
G
B. Verbruggen
D
M. van de Ven
D
V. van Dijk (C)
35′D
J. P. van Hecke
D
D. Dumfries
51′ M
K. Smit
M
R. Gravenberch
M
C. Gakpo
M
T. Reijnders
51′M
T. Koopmeiners
35′ F
D. Malen
M
Q. Timber
70′ Replaced by K. SmitD
J. Hato
F
B. Brobbey
69′ Replaced by D. MalenF
N. Lang
M
J. Schouten
82′ Replaced by R. GravenberchD
J. Frimpong
M
L. Valente
F
W. Weghorst
82′ Replaced by C. GakpoM
X. Simons
70′ Replaced by T. ReijndersD
S. de Vrij
83′ Replaced by J. P. van HeckeD
N. Ake
D
L. Geertruida
G
M. Flekken
G
J. Bijlow
Norway
G
O. Nyland
D
D. M. Wolfe
24′ D
T. Heggem
D
K. Ajer
90+3′ Unsportsmanlike conductD
J. Ryerson
M
A. Schjelderup
24′M
P. Berg
M
S. Berge (C)
M
O. Bobb
F
J. S. Larsen
F
A. Sorloth
D
H. Falchener
D
O. L. Bjortuft
M
A. Nusa
64′ Replaced by O. BobbM
F. Myhre
64′ Replaced by A. SorlothM
K. Thorstvedt
64′ Replaced by S. BergeD
M. Pedersen
D
F. Bjorkan
78′ Replaced by T. HeggemM
J. Hauge
64′ Replaced by A. SchjelderupD
L. Ostigard
64′ Replaced by D. M. WolfeM
M. Thorsby
G
E. Selvik
G
V. Myhra
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The Netherlands mounted a second-half comeback to secure a 2-1 friendly victory against Norway at the Johan Cruijff Arena, with Tijjani Reijnders scoring the decisive goal.
Both nations used this friendly on March 27, 2026, to fine-tune their squads and tactics. The Netherlands aimed to build momentum, while Norway sought to test their young talents against a top European side. The match provided a valuable opportunity for players to impress their respective coaching staffs.
Norway drew first blood in the 24th minute, shocking the home crowd. Andreas Schjelderup expertly finished a move, slotting the ball past the Dutch goalkeeper. David Möller Wolfe provided the crucial assist for the opener.
The Oranje pushed for an equalizer, increasing their intensity across the pitch. Their efforts paid off in the 35th minute when captain Virgil van Dijk powered home a header. Teun Koopmeiners delivered a pinpoint cross, restoring parity before the break.
The first half ended with both teams level at 1-1. Netherlands showed resilience after conceding, while Norway displayed clinical finishing from their early chance.
At half-time, the score remained finely balanced, leaving the outcome uncertain. The Netherlands likely aimed to assert more dominance and capitalize on their offensive pushes. Norway, meanwhile, would have looked to maintain their defensive shape and exploit counter-attacking opportunities.
The Netherlands started the second half with renewed vigor and purpose. Six minutes after the restart, Tijjani Reijnders struck to give the home side the lead. Denzel Dumfries provided a well-weighted assist, setting up the midfielder for a well-taken goal in the 51st minute.
Following the go-ahead goal, both managers made a flurry of substitutions around the 64th minute. Norway introduced five new players, including Jorgen Strand Larsen and Oscar Bobb, to inject fresh energy. The Netherlands responded with changes of their own, bringing on Brian Brobbey and Xavi Simons.
The pace of the game remained high despite the alterations. The Netherlands managed the game well, rotating their squad effectively. Norway continued to press, searching for a late equalizer but struggled to create clear-cut chances.
In stoppage time, Norway’s Kristoffer Ajer received a yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct. The booking occurred in the 90+3 minute, reflecting the late game tension.
The Netherlands controlled 47% of possession but demonstrated greater attacking efficiency, registering 14 total shots with five on target. Norway, despite slightly higher possession (53%) and accurate passing, managed only five shots, two of which tested the goalkeeper. Norwegian shot-stopper Ørjan Nyland made three crucial saves to prevent a wider margin.
This hard-fought 2-1 victory provides a positive test for the Netherlands as they continue their preparations. Norway will take valuable lessons from their competitive performance against a strong opponent, especially their early goal, as they look ahead.
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