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Haaland requests substitution during Norway match amid injury concerns

ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 6:58 AM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Haaland requests substitution during Norway match amid injury concerns
Summary

Erling Haaland requested to be substituted during Norway's match on October 4, raising injury concerns. The incident occurred in the second half of the game, prompting immediate worry regarding his fitness ahead of upcoming club fixtures. Haaland's performance had been pivotal for Norway in recent matches. The medical staff will assess his condition post-match to determine the severity of any injury.

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  • •Haaland requested to be substituted against Norway on October 4.
  • •Concerns over his fitness have emerged following the substitution request.
  • •The assessment of his injury will be conducted after the match.
  • •Haaland's recent contributions have been vital for Norway.
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  • 7:37 AMESPN Soccer — Haaland sparks injury fear, asked to be subbed
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Erling Haaland has an injury question looming over him after asking to be substituted for Norway on Sunday night.

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