Norway's Odegaard brushes off injury concerns ahead of Iraq opener (opens original article in a new tab)

Norway's Martin Odegaard dismissed injury concerns ahead of their World Cup opener against Iraq, with the team qualifying for the tournament for the first time since 1998.

• Norway captain Martin Odegaard confirmed he is fit for the World Cup opener against Iraq.
• Norway qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 1998 with eight wins in their group.
• Coach Stale Solbakken confirmed both Odegaard and Erling Haaland are fit, with Haaland scoring a notable goal in training.