Norway took the lead against Senegal after a costly defensive mistake by Kalidou Koulibaly. A precise through-ball from Martin Ødegaard found Marcus Pedersen, but Koulibaly’s attempted clearance failed, allowing Pedersen to advance towards the Senegalese goal. Pedersen’s initial shot was saved by Édouard Mendy, however, the rebound crossed the line, giving Norway a 1-0 advantage in the 43rd minute. The goal resulted from a breakdown in Senegal’s defense and a fortunate bounce for the Norwegian side. The match highlights a critical error impacting the scoreline. This early goal sets the stage for a challenging remainder of the game for Senegal.