Is Norway vs Italy on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch World Cup qualifier
Italy 's quest to qualify for a first World Cup in 12 years begins in Oslo as they face Norway in their opening qualifier.
The Azzurri have missed out on back-to-back finals and must pip their hosts to top spot in Group I if they want automatic qualification for next year's tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
However, Norway are already six points to the good in their group, having won their opening two games against Israel and Moldova.
The Nordic nation have their own World Cup dream to chase, feeling that with a squad powered by the likes of Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard, they have what it takes to compete in their first World Cup in 1998.
Here's everything you need to know.
When is Norway vs Italy?
The World Cup qualifier between Norway and Italy kicks off at 7:45pm BST on Friday 6 June at Ullevaal Stadium in Oslo.
How can I watch it?
Viewers can watch the Nations League match live on Amazon Prime Video.
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What is the team news?
All of Norway's main men are available with the test of Italy, with the likes of Haaland, Odegaard and Alexander Sorloth all expected to feature.
Italy, meanwhile, have comparatively more selection headaches to deal with. Inter Milan veteran defender Francesco Acerbi has turned down a recall due to a lack of respect from Luciano Spalletti, who earlier this year made comments about his age. Manuel Locatelli is also absent with an ankle injury, while Riccardo Calafiori, Alessandro Buongiorno and Matteo Gabbia are all unavailable.
Italy XI: Donnarumma; Di Lorenzo, Gatti, Bastoni; Cambiaso, Barella, Ricci, Tonali, Udogie; Raspadori, Kean
Odds
Norway win 7-4
Draw 5-2
Italy win 13/8
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