Norway star Martin Odegaard has warned his teammates to keep an eye on England midfielder Declan Rice ahead of Saturday’s quarter-final showdown in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026.
The two Arsenal stars will temporarily set aside their club camaraderie as Norway seeks to achieve another upset after their unexpected Round of 16 victory over Brazil.
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Ødegaard noted that while he knows England’s world-class lineup really well, he is keeping friendly banter to a minimum to focus entirely on Norway’s biggest match in World Cup history.
“Not too much (banter). I’ve spoken to a few of them a little bit during the tournament,” a smiling Odegaard told reporters on Wednesday.
“Obviously we know the quality they have. I know them really well. Outstanding players, world-class players, playing for probably one of the best national teams in the world at the moment, so it’s going to be a big test for us.”
“He’s someone who always gives absolutely everything for the team, always fighting for every single ball, bringing his energy to the pitch, to the team, driving the team forward.
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“He can do so many things on the pitch. He can defend; he can attack; he can be physical, and he can be good on the ball. He’s a very complete player, so it’s going to be a good test for all of us.
“And it’s not just about Declan, but the whole team has unbelievable players. It’s a massive test and we’re looking forward to it. Hopefully we can make even more history.”
