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Norway attends Stanley Cup Final while preparing for World Cup opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 3:55 AM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Norway attends Stanley Cup Final while preparing for World Cup opener
Summary

Norway's national soccer team, currently training in Greensboro, North Carolina, attended Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final on June 11. Players, including Erling Haaland, were seen enjoying the game and showing support for the Carolina Hurricanes, who lead the series against the Vegas Golden Knights 3-2. This World Cup marks Norway's first appearance in nearly 30 years, as they prepare to face Iraq in their opener on June 16 in Boston.

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  • •Norway trains in Greensboro, North Carolina before the World Cup.
  • •Erling Haaland attended Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final.
  • •The Hurricanes hold a 3-2 series lead over the Golden Knights.
  • •Norway's World Cup opener is against Iraq on June 16.
  • •Norway hasn't appeared in the World Cup for nearly 30 years.
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  • 3:55 AMYahoo Sports — Norway checks out that other Cup ahead of World Cup opener
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Norway is training in Greensboro, North Carolina, about 90 minutes from the Carolina Hurricanes' home.

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