Norway
Odds to win: 40/1
Overview
Norway possess one of the most devastating strikers in world football in Erling Haaland, whose prolific goal-scoring at Manchester City makes them a genuine threat at any tournament. Despite Haaland's brilliance, Norway have struggled to qualify for major tournaments in recent years, with their last appearance at a World Cup coming in 1998. The squad features several talented players at top European clubs, and their style under recent managers has evolved toward a more possession-based approach while still utilizing Haaland's extraordinary finishing ability. If Norway qualify, they would be a fascinating wildcard, with a single player capable of carrying a team through a tournament.
Key Players
Erling Haaland
Forward · Manchester City
Martin Odegaard
Midfielder · Arsenal
Alexander Sorloth
Forward · Atletico Madrid
World Cup History
Norway have appeared at three World Cups: 1938, 1994, and 1998. Their best result was reaching the round of 16 in 1998 in France, where they were eliminated by Italy. Norway famously beat Brazil 2-1 in the group stage of that tournament. Their absence from major tournaments since 2000 has been a source of frustration given the talent they have produced.
Group I Opponents
Fun Fact
Norway have never lost to Brazil in competitive matches, an extraordinary record that includes a famous 2-1 group-stage victory at the 1998 World Cup in France.
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