Italy
Football Europe World Cup Qualification San Siro Sun 16 Nov 14:45
Norway
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  5. Squads
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World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: Italy vs Norway

Second-placed Italy square off against Group I leaders Norway at San Siro, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Sunday 16 November.

Goals the Pick in Italy vs Norway

Italy and Norway can score a combined three goals or more, with the odds for Over 2.5 in the Total Goals market making appeal. You can get -154 that this outcome happens and we’re confident.

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3-0 Win for Norway in Pair’s Last Meeting

With a three-point lead and a 17-goal cushion over Italy, Norway only need to avoid a nine-goal defeat in Milan to clinch top spot and secure direct World Cup qualification.

Italy got the win in their last game. It was a 2-0 World Cup qualifying away triumph at Zimbru Stadium when meeting Moldova. Gennaro Gattuso's team recorded nine shots on target and boasted 70% possession, with Gianluca Mancini and Francesco Pio Esposito scoring one goal each.

Norway claimed a home victory in their previous game. A 4-1 World Cup qualifying win occurred against Estonia at Ullevaal. The Lions had seven shots on goal and boasted 68% possession, while Alexander Soerloth and Erling Haaland scored two apiece.

Head-to-Head Statistics

These two teams last met at Ullevaal, with Norway claiming the home win. Beating Italy by a 3-0 scoreline.

Europe World Cup Qualification G W D L GF GA GD GD P
1 Norway logo Norway 8 8 0 0 37 5 32 37:5 24
2 Italy logo Italy 8 6 0 2 21 12 9 21:12 18
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Italy – Last 10 Competitive Games

Italy have 6 wins, 3 losses and 1 draw, averaging 2.5 goals from 6.3 shots on goal and 18.2 attempts. Gli Azzurri have averaged 57.1% possession, 506.3 passes and 6.3 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 1.6 goals from 3.9 shots on goal, 9.0 attempts and 4.0 corners.

Top scorer is Moise Kean on 6 goals, while Mateo Retegui has racked up 5 and Giacomo Raspadori 4. The leading assistors are Federico Dimarco and Mateo Retegui with 4, while goalie Gianluigi Donnarumma has recorded 3 clean sheets.

Norway – Last 10 Competitive Games

Norway have 9 victories and 1 defeat, averaging 7.3 shots on goal, 18.6 attempts and 4.3 goals. Staale Solbakken's side average 58.2% possession, 539.6 passes, 5.3 corners awarded and 2.0 corners against, while 1.0 goals have been conceded from 7.9 attempts and 3.0 shots on goal.

The top scorers have been Erling Haaland with 18, Alexander Soerloth on 7 and Thelo Aasgaard 5. Martin Oedegaard is top assists provider with 7, while Oerjan Haaskjold Nyland and Egil Selvik have kept 3 clean sheets between them in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Italy confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Gianluigi Donnarumma (GK), Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Gianluca Mancini, Alessandro Bastoni, Manuel Locatelli, Matteo Politano, Davide Frattesi, Nicolo Barella, Federico Dimarco, Mateo Retegui, Francesco Pio Esposito.

Norway confirmed lineup (4-1-4-1): Oerjan Haaskjold Nyland (GK), Julian Ryerson, Kristoffer Vassbakk Ajer, Torbjoern Lysaker Heggem, David Moeller Wolfe, Sander Berge, Alexander Soerloth, Patrick Berg, Kristian Thorstvedt, Antonio Nusa, Erling Haaland.

Italy vs Norway Prediction & Betting Tips

Get fully prepped for Italy vs Norway with our betting guide, featuring our expert match pick, predicted scoreline, sharp corners advice, top player props and a value-focused bet builder.

Match Prediction

There’s a strong chance that we’ll see at least three goals scored for this World Cup qualifying game. As a result, we’ll go for Over 2.5 Goals and the available odds of -154 look really attractive.

The football predictions are generated after consulting the team news for both sides along with the form. We are also able to analyse the latest World Cup qualifying stats which can suggest how the game might unfold.

Key Italy vs Norway stats:

  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 Italy games at home.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Italy games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Italy games at home.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 Norway games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 16 of the last 20 Norway games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Norway games.
Over 2.5 Probability

If you go by the best football betting sites, our pick has a 60.6% chance of delivering a return. After careful examination, our team calculate this probability to be closer to 70%. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

Italy Italy logo 2 - 1 Norway logo Norway

We’re predicting Italy to land a 2-1 victory and this is available at +700. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Antonio Nusa Over 1.5 Shots -128 BetMGM logo

Antonio Nusa (Norway) has recorded over 1.5 shots in six straight matches. We think this could be a telling statistic and we’ll back him to cover the Player Shots line which is available at odds of -128.

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Giacomo Raspadori to Score +210 BetMGM logo

Giacomo Raspadori (Italy) has scored four goals in his past ten games. We’ll use this stat and take odds of +210 that he is able to score at least one goal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.

Latest Giacomo Raspadori Player Prop Odds

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Corners Prediction

Under 9.5 Corners -149 BetMGM logo

The 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered in six straight Norway matches, with three of the past five Italy games having the same outcome. We’re going to wager on the teams to fall short for Total Corners and this selection is available at -149.

Competitive Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Italy Logo Italy
Total
10.30 6.30 4.00
Home
11.00 6.70 4.30
Away
9.10 5.60 3.50
Norway Logo Norway
Total
7.30 5.30 2.00
Home
7.70 6.00 1.70
Away
7.80 5.00 2.80
Latest Corner Odds

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Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Over 2.5 -154
Full-Time Result Italy -102
Player Shots Antonio Nusa Over 1.5 -128

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Italy vs Norway Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Italy Betting Favourites to Win

For this World Cup qualifying encounter, the bookmakers have Italy as the +117 favourites to win. This therefore implies that they have a 46% chance of triumphing. Norway are seen as the most unlikely winner at +220.

There’s the chance to back Italy at -114 if you want to take them on the Asian Handicap -0.25. There’s a full payout if they beat Norway but also half stake returned if the scoreline ends level.

The Total Goals market reveals that Over 2.5 Goals is the current betting favourite. Punters anticipating that both teams will find the net are able to land -208 for the BTTS Yes option.

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Mateo Retegui Favourite to Be First Goalscorer

Mateo Retegui is the market leader to be First Goalscorer at +310. Alternatively, there’s the chance to back him to find the net at any stage at -105.

Player Goals
Mateo Retegui (Italy)
First
-105
Anytime
+310
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Erling Haaland (Norway)
First
-102
Anytime
+310
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Giacomo Raspadori (Italy)
First
+210
Anytime
+600
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Mattia Zaccagni (Italy)
First
+230
Anytime
+700
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Player Shots On Target
Giacomo Raspadori (Italy)
Over 0.5
-172
Under 0.5
-100
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Riccardo Orsolini (Italy)
Over 0.5
-156
Under 0.5
-120
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Alexander Sørloth (Norway)
Over 0.5
-137
Under 0.5
-132
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Mattia Zaccagni (Italy)
Over 0.5
-133
Under 0.5
-125
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Player Shots
Mateo Retegui (Italy)
Over 3.5
-119
Under 3.5
-
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Erling Haaland (Norway)
Over 3.5
-130
Under 3.5
-
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Giacomo Raspadori (Italy)
Over 2.5
+128
Under 2.5
-
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Sandro Tonali (Italy)
Over 1.5
+155
Under 1.5
-
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Team Stats

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Italy logo Italy Stats
Norway logo Norway Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
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Possession
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Italy vs Norway Lineups & Team News

Before making your bets, take a look at the Italy vs Norway team news. Expect the confirmed World Cup qualifying lineups and all current injury developments from us.

Italy Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Norway Confirmed Lineup 4-1-4-1

Italy Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

1 Gianluigi Donnarumma
22 Giovanni Di Lorenzo 23 Gianluca Mancini 21 Alessandro Bastoni 5 Manuel Locatelli
7 Matteo Politano 8 Davide Frattesi 18 Nicolo Barella 3 Federico Dimarco
9 Mateo Retegui 15 F. Pio Esposito
1 O. Haaskjold Nyland
14 Julian Ryerson 3 K. Vassbakk Ajer 17 T. Lysaker Heggem 5 David Moeller Wolfe
8 Sander Berge
7 Alexander Soerloth 6 Patrick Berg 18 Kristian Thorstvedt 20 Antonio Nusa
9 Erling Haaland

Norway Confirmed Lineup 4-1-4-1

Italy Substitutes

  • 2Raoul Bellanova
  • 4A. Buongiorno
  • 6Samuele Ricci
  • 10Giacomo Raspadori
  • 11Gianluca Scamacca
  • 12Marco Carnesecchi
  • 13Matteo Gabbia
  • 14Guglielmo Vicario
  • 16Bryan Cristante
  • 17Riccardo Orsolini
  • 19Andrea Cambiaso
  • 20Mattia Zaccagni

Norway Substitutes

  • 2Morten Thorsby
  • 4Leo Oestigard
  • 10Andreas Schjelderup
  • 11J. Strand Larsen
  • 12Mathias Dyngeland
  • 13Sander Tangvik
  • 15F. Andre Bjoerkan
  • 16M. Holmgren Pedersen
  • 19Kristian Arnstad
  • 21S. Klingen Langaas
  • 22Oscar Bobb
  • 23Thelo Aasgaard

Previous Italy Lineups

13 Nov Europe World Cup Qualification
Moldova 0-2 Italy
14 Oct Europe World Cup Qualification
Italy 3-0 Israel
11 Oct Europe World Cup Qualification
Estonia 1-3 Italy
08 Sep Europe World Cup Qualification
Israel 4-5 Italy
05 Sep Europe World Cup Qualification
Italy 5-0 Estonia
09 Jun Europe World Cup Qualification
Italy 2-0 Moldova

Previous Norway Lineups

13 Nov Europe World Cup Qualification
Norway 4-1 Estonia
14 Oct Friendlies
Norway 1-1 New Zealand
11 Oct Europe World Cup Qualification
Norway 5-0 Israel
09 Sep Europe World Cup Qualification
Norway 11-1 Moldova
04 Sep Friendlies
Norway 1-0 Finland
09 Jun Europe World Cup Qualification
Estonia 0-1 Norway
Team Squads

Italy Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Gennaro Gattuso

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Sandro Tonali 8 M 7 614 7 0 1 0 1 0
Gianluigi Donnarumma 1 G 6 540 6 1 0 0 0 0
Giovanni Di Lorenzo 22 D 6 540 6 1 0 0 0 0
Mateo Retegui 9 F 7 508 6 1 5 4 0 0
Nicolo Barella 18 M 6 459 5 1 0 0 2 0

Norway Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Staale Solbakken

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Sander Berge 8 M 7 630 7 0 0 2 0 0
Oerjan Haaskjold Nyland 1 G 7 630 7 0 0 0 0 0
Julian Ryerson 14 D 7 630 7 0 1 4 0 0
Erling Haaland 9 F 7 616 7 0 14 3 0 0
Kristoffer Vassbakk Ajer 3 D 7 612 7 0 1 0 1 0
FIFA FlagWorld Cup qualifying Table
World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Group A
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Germany 6 5 0 1 16:3 15
2 Slovakia 6 4 0 2 6:8 12
3 Northern Ireland 6 3 0 3 7:6 9
4 Luxembourg 6 0 0 6 1:13 0
World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Group B
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Switzerland 6 4 2 0 14:2 14
2 Kosovo 6 3 2 1 6:5 11
3 Slovenia 6 0 4 2 3:8 4
4 Sweden 6 0 2 4 4:12 2
World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Group C
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Scotland 6 4 1 1 13:7 13
2 Denmark 6 3 2 1 16:7 11
3 Greece 6 2 1 3 10:12 7
4 Belarus 6 0 2 4 4:17 2
World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Group D
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 France 6 5 1 0 16:4 16
2 Ukraine 6 3 1 2 10:11 10
3 Iceland 6 2 1 3 13:11 7
4 Azerbaijan 6 0 1 5 3:16 1
World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Group E
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Spain 6 5 1 0 21:2 16
2 Turkey 6 4 1 1 17:12 13
3 Georgia 6 1 0 5 7:15 3
4 Bulgaria 6 1 0 5 3:19 3
World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Group F
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Portugal 6 4 1 1 20:7 13
2 Ireland 6 3 1 2 9:7 10
3 Hungary 6 2 2 2 11:10 8
4 Armenia 6 1 0 5 3:19 3
World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Group G
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Netherlands 8 6 2 0 27:4 20
2 Poland 8 5 2 1 14:7 17
3 Finland 8 3 1 4 8:14 10
4 Malta 8 1 2 5 4:19 5
5 Lithuania 8 0 3 5 6:15 3
World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Group H
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Austria 8 6 1 1 22:4 19
2 Bosnia and H. 8 5 2 1 17:7 17
3 Romania 8 4 1 3 19:10 13
4 Cyprus 8 2 2 4 11:11 8
5 San Marino 8 0 0 8 2:39 0
World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Group I
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Norway 8 8 0 0 37:5 24
2 Italy 8 6 0 2 21:12 18
3 Israel 8 4 0 4 19:20 12
4 Estonia 8 1 1 6 8:21 4
5 Moldova 8 0 1 7 5:32 1
World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Group J
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Belgium 8 5 3 0 29:7 18
2 Wales 8 5 1 2 21:11 16
3 North Macedonia 8 3 4 1 13:10 13
4 Kazakhstan 8 2 2 4 9:13 8
5 Liechtenstein 8 0 0 8 0:31 0
World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Group K
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 England 8 8 0 0 22:0 24
2 Albania 8 4 2 2 7:5 14
3 Serbia 8 4 1 3 9:10 13
4 Latvia 8 1 2 5 5:15 5
5 Andorra 8 0 1 7 3:16 1
World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Group L
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Croatia 8 7 1 0 26:4 22
2 Czech Republic 8 5 1 2 18:8 16
3 Faroe Islands 8 4 0 4 11:9 12
4 Montenegro 8 3 0 5 8:17 9
5 Gibraltar 8 0 0 8 3:28 0