Ødegaard to lead Norway at upcoming World Cup
Martin Ødegaard has been appointed captain of the Norway national football team’s 26-man squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. The Arsenal midfielder will guide a squad featuring stars like Erling Haaland, Oscar Bobb, and Jørgen Strand Larsen. The final squad list was announced by Harald V via a pre-recorded video on social media, surprising both players and fans. Uncapped goalkeeper Sander Tangvik earned a call-up after an injury to Mathias Dyngeland.
Match highlights
- Martin Ødegaard will captain Norway’s 26-man squad at the FIFA World Cup.
- The squad includes attacking talents such as Erling Haaland, Oscar Bobb, and Jørgen Strand Larsen.
- Harald V announced the final squad list through a pre-recorded video on social media.
- Sander Tangvik is the only uncapped player, called up after Mathias Dyngeland’s injury.
- Defender Sondre Langås said the unusual announcement left players uncertain until the end.
