- This is the obvious pick, and sometimes the obvious pick is still the right one.
- Haaland scored 16 times in qualifying and Norway have several ways to feed him in the box.
- Iraq may defend deep, but that can mean more crosses, cutbacks and second chances for Norway's No. 9.
THE SCORER CALL
Iraq vs Norway: Who Is Most Likely to Score?
See Nabivo's best goalscorer pick, first-goal prediction, dark horse scorer and bold call for Iraq vs Norway.
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- Norway are likely to look for him early through crosses and direct central passes.
- His first few touches inside the box may matter more than long spells of possession.
- Sørloth is the player who can benefit if Iraq send extra defenders toward Haaland.
- At the far post, his size and movement can make him the forgotten man.
BEST SCORER PICK
STRONGErling HaalandNorway57% estimated chance to score
- This is the obvious pick, and sometimes the obvious pick is still the right one.
- Haaland scored 16 times in qualifying and Norway have several ways to feed him in the box.
- Iraq may defend deep, but that can mean more crosses, cutbacks and second chances for Norway's No. 9.
Projected to start as Norway's central striker; the official starting XI is not yet confirmed.
BOLD CALL
Group IErling Haaland scores at least twice.Iraq vs Norway
FIRST GOAL PICK
STRONGErling HaalandNorway32% estimated chance to score first
- Norway are likely to look for him early through crosses and direct central passes.
- His first few touches inside the box may matter more than long spells of possession.
Projected to start as Norway's central striker; the official starting XI is not yet confirmed.
DARK HORSE SCORER
SOLIDAlexander SørlothNorway25% estimated chance to score
- Sørloth is the player who can benefit if Iraq send extra defenders toward Haaland.
- At the far post, his size and movement can make him the forgotten man.
Expected to feature in Norway's front line, but his exact starting role is uncertain until the official XI is released.
Sources
Updated: 2026-06-16T17:39:11Z
Nabivo editorial estimates are based on projected role, likely minutes, recent international scoring profile and the matchup. They are not official odds.
- FIFA World Cup 2026 official schedule: Iraq vs Norway, Group I, June 16, 2026
- FIFA official Norway World Cup 2026 squad announcement
- FIFA official World Cup 2026 final squad list: Iraq
- FIFA confirms Erling Haaland scored 16 goals in 2026 World Cup qualifying
- Nabivo editorial estimate reviewed June 16, 2026 at 10:39 AM PT; official starting XI not yet confirmed