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Norway’s World Cup Starting XI 🇳🇴
Ørjan Nyland will start in goal, with Ryerson, Ajer, Heggem, and Møller Wolfe making up the back line. Compared to the rest of the squad, this is probably the weakest area of the team. In midfield, Sander Berge is a lock after starting 11 of Norway’s last 12 matches. Alongside him will be Patrick Berg and captain Martin Ødegaard, who helped Norway create more big chances than any other team in European qualifying. Antonio Nusa was a huge part of that as well, averaging over five successful dribbles per 90 during qualifying. He’ll start on the left, while Haaland is the obvious choice up front. The main debate is on the right. Oscar Bobb is an option, but so is Alexander Sørloth. Even though he’s naturally a striker, Norway have used him out wide before to get him and Haaland into the same lineup. How far do you think they can go? #soccer #football #Norway #WorldCup #Haaland
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