Pors Grenland vs Notodden - 2. Division - Group 1

The history between Pors Grenland and Notodden lends this 2. Division - Group 1 fixture an extra layer of spice, and when the two walk out at Pors Stadion on May 16, 2026, recent encounters will be on everyone's mind. The left-back was taken off in the final minutes against Everton with cramp, and was not risked for the Champions League clash vs Sabah on Thursday.

There is little to choose between Pors Grenland and Notodden on paper, and the 2. Division - Group 1 encounter should reflect that balance. Consistency has eluded Pors Grenland in recent weeks, with WWLWL in their last five and a win rate of 30% that tells of an up-and-down campaign. Notodden have travelled reasonably well, WLWLL over their last five with a season win rate of 50%. The contrast in attacking output — 1.1 versus 1.5 goals per game — adds an extra layer of intrigue. If he finds a way of those three players gelling and playing together - making one of them run in beyond - then Chelsea will have a very good season.

Set-piece efficiency could prove the difference on the night. Both Pors Grenland and Notodden have invested time in dead-ball situations this season, and a single corner or free-kick may settle it. Rico Lewis played at right-back, but when City were in possession he tucked infield and supported the midfield pairing of Mateo Kovacic and Reijnders.

Neither side is short on individuals capable of tilting the balance, and the duel between the two squads' chief creators could prove particularly pivotal. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. But the turning point for Kerolin follows the departure of forward Salma Paralluelo, a player similar in profile to her.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. A share of the spoils looks the most probable outcome, with neither side holding a decisive edge — a 2-2 draw feels like a fitting result. The ramifications of this result could ripple through the 2. Division - Group 1 standings for weeks to come, regardless of who comes out on top. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Liverpool's midfield wasn't great last year but I expect Florian Wirtz to have a better season, 100 per cent.