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‘The best goalscorer in the world’: Erling Haaland primed for World Cup debut
Norway coach Solbakken backs striker to make impact
TL;DR
- Erling Haaland will make his World Cup debut for Norway at Boston Stadium, the same venue where Diego Maradona played his last World Cup match.
- Norway's head coach, Ståle Solbakken, describes Haaland as the world's best goalscorer and expects him to perform well.
- Former player Tore André Flo considers the current Norwegian squad the most talented in history, with multiple "superstars."
- Martin Ødegaard is highlighted as crucial for Norway's hopes and for creating chances for Haaland.
- Haaland's father, Alf-Inge Haaland, played in the 1994 World Cup where Norway finished last in their group.
- Haaland has confidently predicted Norway will advance from the group stage.