Martin Odegaard scores late equalizer for Norway against Morocco
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 8:05 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Norway's Martin Odegaard scored a late equalizer in their World Cup warm-up match against Morocco, leading to a 1-1 draw in New Jersey. After falling behind early to a Brahim Diaz goal, Norway struggled to find form but managed to level with 15 minutes remaining. This match provided crucial preparation ahead of Norway's World Cup opener against Iraq on June 17. Odegaard's performance included 50 touches and 35 successful passes, while Erling Haaland played 72 minutes but was less impactful during the match.
- •Odegaard scored his fifth international goal in 68 appearances.
- •Norway struggled early, conceding after just eight minutes.
- •Odegaard played 80 minutes and was the second-highest rated player.
- •Norway's World Cup opener is against Iraq at midnight June 17.
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"The Arsenal captain struck with 15 minutes left after Norway fell behind early against a Morocco side viewed as one of the tournament’s dangerous outsiders.Photo by Vincent Carchietta/Getty ImagesMa...
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