Turkey vs Norway predictions, May 16, 2026

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In the upcoming Handball World Championship clash, Turkey will host Norway on May 16, 2026, at a venue yet to be announced. The match presents an intriguing contrast in recent form; Turkey has managed to secure only 1 win from their last 3 outings, while Norway enters the game with a solid performance, having won 3 of their last 4 matches.

Norway’s robust attack is complemented by a well-organized defense, allowing them to consistently overpower opponents. Their tactical approach generally employs fluid ball movement and high-speed transitions, making them a challenging adversary for any team. Conversely, Turkey’s recent struggles may be attributed to inconsistency in their offensive strategies and defensive lapses.

The bookmakers have set the odds at 12 for a Turkish victory and a slim 1.03 for a Norwegian win, reflecting the perceived disparity in team form and capability. Predictions suggest a final score of 28:38 in favor of Norway, highlighting the expectation of a high-scoring encounter dominated by the visitors. While Norway is heavily favored, the unpredictability of tournament play means that surprises can occur. As such, fans can anticipate an exciting match that could hinge on key tactical adjustments.

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Turkey 7.5%

Draw 4.5%

Norway 87.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 28:38

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Latest Results

13.05.26 Norway handball – Turkey handball – 43:30 22.03.26 Romania handball – Turkey handball – 31:37 19.03.26 Turkey handball – Romania handball – 32:37 11.01.26 Turkey handball – Bulgaria handball – 38:29 07.01.26 Bulgaria handball – Turkey handball – 35:37

13.05.26 Norway handball – Turkey handball – 43:30 22.03.26 USA handball – Norway handball – 30:38 21.03.26 Netherlands handball – Norway handball – 31:38 19.03.26 Denmark handball – Norway handball – 39:30 28.01.26 Denmark handball – Norway handball – 38:24

Facts

First leg result: 30-43.

In this match, Norway is the undeniable favorite.

In the last 4 head-to-head matches, Turkey won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 99:137. (average 24.8:34.3).

Latest Head To Head

13.05.26 Norway handball – Turkey handball – 43:30 10.06.15 Turkey handball – Norway handball – 22:26 29.10.14 Norway handball – Turkey handball – 36:27 12.06.13 Turkey handball – Norway handball – 20:32

Standings

Draw

Third stage

Final

1	Slovakia	North Macedonia	24 : 31
2	Bosnia & Herzegovina	Faroe Islands	22 : 24
3	Czech Republic	France	26 : 37
4	Switzerland	Italy	32 : 29
5	Montenegro	Slovenia	28 : 29
6	Serbia	Hungary	31 : 29
7	Spain	Israel	32 : 27
8	Greece	Netherlands	29 : 27
9	Norway	Turkey	43 : 30
10	Austria	Poland	25 : 26

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