Solbakken Hails Haaland as Norway’s Driving Force for 2026 World Cup
Norway head coach Stale Solbakken says Erling Haaland will be crucial to their push at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This marks Norway’s first appearance in the tournament in 28 years. Haaland finished qualifying as the world’s top scorer with 16 goals. Solbakken praises his star forward as “a very easy guy to coach” who brings energy and unity to the squad. Drawn in Group I alongside France, Iraq and Senegal, Solbakken insists Norway have nothing to fear. He wants his side to maintain the same hunger and style that secured their place in the finals.
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