Iceland is gearing up for their first ever World Cup participation. After sealing qualification ahead of Croatia, Strákarnir okkar became the country with the smallest population ever to make this tournament.
However, they face some tough opposition in the group stage. Having been paired against Argentina, Croatia, and Nigeria; Iceland will have their work cut out for them to make the knockout stages.
The shock Euro 2016 package heads into this tie off the back of a 3-1 loss to Peru. As a result, they know they must bounce back with a win in their clash with their Scandinavian rival.
The World Cup Group D outfit will lock horns with a Norway side led by their former boss, Lars Lagerback. The 69-year-old was the manager who led Iceland in their unforgettable European Championship campaign two years back but will be keen on beating his former employer.
Since taking over, Lagerback has won three of his six games. He was not able to secure a spot in Russia for Norway, but he will be hopeful of maintaining their impressive record against the island nation.
Match facts
- These two sides have faced off 13 times before.
- Norway boasts the superior head-to-head record with six wins and three defeats.
- In their last five meetings, Iceland has won only once (D1, L3).
- However, the home sides faces a team that has won only four of their 10 World Cup qualifying matches.
Match details, result and original broadcast info
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