Norway has been dealt a blow ahead of their quarter-final clash against England in the 2026 World Cup, as head coach Ståle Solbakken revealed that a sickness has spread within the team camp, with several players showing various symptoms before the crucial match.
During the pre-match press conference, Solbakken stated: "We have a number of players suffering from fever, cough, and other symptoms. We are trying to manage the situation day by day, and we will assess everyone's condition before the match." He noted that the medical staff is closely monitoring the players, without disclosing the names of those affected.
The Norway coach added that the technical staff has implemented precautionary measures within the camp to limit the spread of the illness, expressing hope that the players will recover in time, especially since the match is a crucial step in the team's journey in the tournament.
The medical team is expected to finalize the status of the affected players in the hours leading up to the match, as the Norwegian squad hopes to regain the fitness of their key players before the decisive encounter against England.
