While Erling Haaland prepares to lead Norway onto the World Cup stage, another Norwegian has been working behind the scenes for months. From hundreds of kilograms of salmon to thousands of oranges, the operation feeding Norway’s World Cup campaign is already underway in North Carolina.
Continue reading »Norway returns to the FIFA World Cup with a challenging Group I schedule that includes Iraq, Senegal, and France. Follow every fixture, result, kickoff time, qualification scenario, and key storyline as Ståle Solbakken’s side begins its first World Cup campaign since 1998
Continue reading »Most discussions about Norway begin with Erling Haaland. Iraq’s coaching staff may spend just as much time thinking about Martin Ødegaard. The Arsenal captain influences where attacks begin, how they develop, and whether Norway can control possession in dangerous areas.
Continue reading »Group I looks straightforward at first glance. France sits among the tournament favorites and carries the expectations that come with it. The more interesting discussion begins behind them, where Norway, Senegal, and Iraq each have a realistic path forward.
Continue reading »Somalis in Norway are demanding that the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) intervene on behalf of a Somali referee who was denied entry to the United States over alleged links to suspected terrorists.
Continue reading »The opening match of the FIFA World Cup showcased a capable Mexico side and a South African team completely lacking control. The match was played at the historic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
Continue reading »As Norway prepares for its first World Cup appearance since 1998, criticism of the team’s Viking-themed promotional campaign has sparked a broader debate about heritage, patriotism, and national identity. Supporters argue that celebrating Norway’s history is not controversial—it is part of what the World Cup is all about.
Continue reading »While Erling Haaland scores the goals and Martin Ødegaard wears the captain’s armband, Ståle Solbakken has quietly transformed Norway into a World Cup nation again. His journey may be one of the most important stories of Norway’s return to football’s biggest stage.
Continue reading »Martin Ødegaard’s second-half equalizer earned Norway a 1–1 draw against Morocco in Harrison, New Jersey, as Ståle Solbakken’s side completed its final preparation match before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Continue reading »The countdown is nearly over. Tonight, Norway takes on Morocco in its final friendly before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With Erling Haaland, Martin Ødegaard, and a nation carrying 28 years of anticipation, the match represents one final step before Norway returns to football’s biggest stage.
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