After a 28-year absence from the World Cup, Norway harbors significant ambitions as they prepare for their opening match against Iraq on Tuesday night into Wednesday (midnight French time). Fueled by the brilliance of their two superstars, Martin Odegaard and, notably, Erling Haaland – both returning to peak form just before the tournament’s commencement – the Norwegians are dreaming of reaching at least the quarter-finals. Perhaps even more, if the draw proves favorable.
