From the Guardian · · 40s
Wales wary of Norway's rise
Wales fears Norway's surge as Haaland remains focused.
In brief
Wales fears Norway's surge as Haaland remains focused. Wales coach Craig Bellamy warns Norway's talent surge threatens their Nations League match against Norway after a poor loss to Denmark. Originally reported by the Guardian.
Wales coach warns
Craig Bellamy said Wales appeared unrecognisable after losing to Denmark in Nations League.
“I didn’t recognise anything about us in the game and that was hard.”
Norway's talent surge
Norway's team has progressed rapidly with young players ready for World Cup quarter-finals.
“They are progressing and they will keep going as well, they ain’t going away.”
Haaland's focus
Kristoffer Ajer says Haaland remains the same despite Manchester City's financial breach.
“He’s been exactly the same the last few days as well.”
Coach's confidence
Norway's coach Solbakken says Haaland is scoring goals and not distracted by City's issues.
“He’s been very good, scoring goals.”
Haaland's impact
Bellamy compares Haaland to Jonah Lomu in rugby, highlighting his international impact.
“We’re coming through the Haaland factor at this present moment.”
The big picture
Wales coach Craig Bellamy warns Norway's talent surge threatens their Nations League match against Norway after a poor loss to Denmark.
