Cyprus Mail26 Jun 2026

World Cup like a pressure cooker but we will be smart, says Norway coach

Norway coach Stale Solbakken will be resting players for their final World Cup Group I match against France on Friday with the tournament piling physical and mental pressure on them, with the knockout stage looming, he said on Thursday.

Both teams have secured their spot in the round of 32 after winning their first two games and the French need only a draw to finish top thanks to their superior goal difference....

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