Despite having not qualified since 1998, Norway would appear to be everyone’s dark horses for the tournament given the sheer star power within their ranks.
Martin Odegaard, Antonio Nusa and Alexander Sorloth are among the big names making their World Cup debuts, but there can be no doubt who will be the centre of attention whenever they take to the field.
Erling Haaland's international record is remarkable - 55 goals in 49 caps - but this summer not only marks the Manchester City striker's first World Cup appearance, but the first time he will have played at a major tournament full stop.
Norway will face Iraq, Senegal and France in the group stages, and defences are likely alrady shaking at the prospect of Haaland sprinting at them with the ball at his feet.
So can Haaland make it look as easy as he usually does at his first World Cup?
Despite having not qualified since 1998, Norway would appear to be everyone’s dark horses for the tournament given the sheer star power within their ranks. Martin Odegaard, Antonio Nusa and Alexander Sorloth are among the big names making their World Cup debuts, but there can be no doubt who will be the centre of attention whenever they take to the field.
Erling Haaland's international record is remarkable - 55 goals in 49 caps - but this summer not only marks the Manchester City striker's first World Cup appearance, but the first time he will have played at a major tournament full stop. Norway will face Iraq, Senegal and France in the group stages, and defences are likely alrady shaking at the prospect of Haaland sprinting at them with the ball at his feet.
So can Haaland make it look as easy as he usually does at his first World Cup? Few would bet against it.
