Norway vs Oman [R]

[Canadian_Supporter]

in Muscat

Norway 2 (Karadas 63, Rushfedt 82) Oman 1 (Yussuf Chaaban 50)

"ABU DHABI, Jan. 28: Englishman Roy Hodgson stated his side are “on the right track, we are building a competitive squad for the upcoming continental challenges,” 2 days following United Arab Emirates’ 1-1 home draw against Norway in an international friendly game held here in Abu Dhabi."

http://www.middleeastfootball.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=382&mode=thread&order=0&thold=0

Norway is supposed to play the Oman olympic side later this evening.

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Is this good news or bad news for Norwegians? :O

My Norwegian fiance wasn't impressed, who would be? Oh well.

[Bauser]

"Norway are one of the most competitive sides in Europe, coming here at full strength before being held to a draw must be a massive boost for players’ morale,” he added.

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The Norway squad that travelled to the middle East was by no means "full strength". Apart from a few players from the Austrian league the squad was entirely made up of domestic based players.

[speedcake]

Originally posted by Bauser

The Norway squad that travelled to the middle East was by no means "full strength". Apart from a few players from the Austrian league the squad was entirely made up of domestic based players.

This was also my understanding. It was a fresh Norsk side, not one you would expect for the Euro qualys or any other meaningful match.