How do England stop Norway - and Haaland?
Summary
Norway has done well in the World Cup, beating strong teams and scoring many goals. England faces Norway and their top player, Erling Haaland, and must find ways to stop their attacking style and key players.Key Facts
- Norway finished second in their group and beat Ivory Coast and Brazil in knockout rounds.
- Norway scored 12 goals in five games so far.
- Norway’s goalkeeper, Orjan Nyland, often starts attacks by passing short to defenders and midfielders.
- When short passes aren’t possible, Norway uses long passes to Alexander Sorloth, a tall player on the right wing.
- England’s left-back, Nico O’Reilly, who is also tall, will likely defend against Sorloth’s long balls.
- England can try man-to-man pressing to stop Norway’s build-up, but this risks leaving Haaland open.
- Norway’s Martin Odegaard often plays deep to slow the game and keep control by passing short.
- England needs to pressure Norway smartly to force them into playing in ways England is prepared for.
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