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From 🇳🇴 Oslo to 🇺🇸 America: Norway’s World Cup journey begins

Norway’s 3–1 victory over Sweden at Ullevaal Stadion marked the end of preparations on home soil and the beginning of its journey to the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With confidence growing and momentum building, Norway departs for football’s biggest stage for the first time in 28 years.

Twenty-eight years later

Nearly three decades have passed since Norway last appeared at a World Cup. For older supporters, the memories remain vivid. For younger generations, they exist only through stories. This summer, that long wait finally comes to an end as Norway returns to football’s biggest stage.

Martin Ødegaard and the Weight of a Nation

Martin Ødegaard arrives at the World Cup as Norway’s captain, playmaker and leader. For a generation of supporters waiting 28 years for this moment, he represents more than talent. He carries the hopes of a nation determined to make its mark on football’s biggest stage.

Norway sends a message before the World Cup

Norway’s 3–1 victory over Sweden offered more than a positive result. Without Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, the national team demonstrated depth, confidence and growing momentum just days before its return to the World Cup.

The day Norway returned

After 28 years away from football’s biggest stage, Norway is finally back at the World Cup. For a generation of supporters who have never seen their national team compete in the tournament, this summer represents more than football—it marks the beginning of a long-awaited new chapter in Norwegian sporting history.