Netherlands vs Norway

International CupsFriendliesFriendly International
Netherlands

Netherlands

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27 Mar 2026

Full Time
21
Norway

Norway

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Johan Cruijff Arena
L. Visser
2026

Match Report

Netherlands came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in a friendly at the Johan Cruyff Arena on Thursday evening. Andreas Schjelderup gave the visitors a surprise lead in the 24th minute, but the Oranje hit back swiftly to take control of the contest. Virgil van Dijk rose highest to level the scores in the 35th minute, sending the Amsterdam crowd into the break with renewed confidence. Tijjani Reijnders then completed the turnaround six minutes into the second half, finishing coolly to make it 2-1. Netherlands were dominant throughout, racking up 14 shots to Norway's five and rarely looking troubled after taking the lead. Without Erling Haaland, the Norwegians lacked the firepower to find a way back. A tidy workout for the Dutch ahead of a busy summer, while Norway will need more cutting edge if they are to make an impact at the World Cup.

Statistics

47%Possession53%
14Shots5
5Shots on Target2
8Corners2
14Fouls5
0Offsides1
0Yellow Cards1
448Passes498
1Saves3