Coach Gemma Grainger has named the Norway squad for the crucial double-header against Romania in the World Cup playoffs on October 9th (away) and October 13th (home). Notably absent is Katarina Dybvik Sunde, who has been the season's standout performer with 25 goals in 16 Toppserien matches.
Grainger acknowledged Sunde's talent but explained there is strong competition for places in the squad. Norway finished second in their qualifying group, four points behind Germany, and must advance through these playoffs to reach the 2027 World Cup in Brazil. sports24.club
