Meeting with NRK just over four hours before kickoff, Norway's player representative Brede Hangeland emphasized the significance of the match against Brazil. 'I must be honest and say that this is perhaps the biggest night in Norwegian football history,' Hangeland stated, adding that the team aims to use all the attention as extra energy.
Norway faces some uncertainty at right-back position, with first-choice Julian Ryerson out injured since the match against Senegal. His replacement, Marcus Holmgren Pedersen, has been experiencing minor issues, according to head coach Ståle Solbakken. Hangeland confirmed all players are fit to play but declined to reveal the starting lineup. The crucial eighth-final match between Norway and Brazil starts at 22:00 local time and will be broadcast on NRK1 and NRK TV. newssport.cv
