How did Norway and Nigeria qualify for the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup?
Norway comes into the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup off the back of an impressive qualification campaign. With seven wins and one defeat, the Grasshoppers topped its group which featured the Netherlands, Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland and Slovakia.
Relatively, Nigeria comes into the tournament in France after winning the 2018 Africa Women's Championship. The Super Falcons, who have won 11 of the last 13 editions of the tournament, defeated South Africa 4-3 in the penalty shootout following a goalless draw to clinch the trophy. The feat automatically merited a qualification slot at France 2019 for Nigeria as one of Africa's representatives.
What is the form of Norway in contrast to Nigeria's?
Norway in the last 10 matches: W6 D0 L4
Nigeria in the last 10 matches: W6 D0 L4.
What is the head-to-head record of Norway vs Nigeria?
Norway and Nigeria have met twice in the past. The first encounter which took place at the 1995 FIFA Women's World Cup saw the Europeans thrash the Super Falcons by eight goals to nil. They would go on to win their first and only world title.
The most recent clash between the pair was in 2000 where Norway, once again, won the game via a 3-1 scoreline.
#NOR #NOR #NOR #NOR@nff_landslag are in great spirits ahead of their #FIFAWWC opener with #NGA@FIFAWWC_NOR | #DareToShine pic.twitter.com/VS1LuSYEfB
— FIFA Women's World Cup (@FIFAWWC) June 6, 2019
Who are the players to watch in Norway vs Nigeria?
Isabell Herlovsen, Norway
With the prolific Ada Hegerberg still missing from the side, veteran striker Isabell Herlovsen could be the go-to lady for goals in the Norwegian ranks. The 30-year-old forward has bagged more than 50 goals for her country in over 100 caps.
Having scored the all-important goal against Netherlands in the qualification round, Herlovsen could once again make her mark as a key figure for her nation.
Asisat Oshoala, Nigeria
After impressing on loan from Chinese club Dalian Quanjian, Oshoala sealed a permanent move to Barcelona before joining Nigeria for the World Cup in France. The 24-year-old forward scored eight goals in 11 appearances for the Blaugrana.
At Nigeria's triumphant African Women's Championship in Ghana last year, the striker scored three goals but missed out on winning a fourth successive African Women's Footballer of the Year honor. In France, her attacking partnership with Francisca Ordega could prove vital in Nigeria's quest to breakdown a resilient Norway side.
@NGSuper_Falcons continue working hard in training to ensure they are in good shape for our first match. #SoarSuperFalcons #FIFAWFC2019 #DaretoShine pic.twitter.com/BWTgqWBefe
— NGSuper_Falcons (@NGSuper_Falcons) June 7, 2019
Broadcast information for Norway vs Nigeria
In Nigeria, the match will be live on SL2G, SuperSport 4, and SuperSport 4 Africa.
Fans in Norway can watch the group game live on TV2 Sumo and TV 2 Norway.
For viewers in UK, Norway vs Nigeria will be available on BBC Red Button, BBC Sport Live, and BBC iPlayer.
In US, watch the match live on FOX Network and UNIVERSO. A live stream will be available on UNIVERSO NOW, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo and NBC Sports Live Extra App.
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