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Norwegian team trains in heat for World Cup in North America

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 10:37 AM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Norwegian team trains in heat for World Cup in North America

Summary

The Norwegian soccer team is adapting to the warm climate as they prepare for the World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Players, including Erling Haaland, are seen stripping down during training to cope with the blazing sun. Norway will play Iraq in their first World Cup match in 28 years on June 17. The shift in conditions poses a unique challenge for teams from cooler regions as they seek to acclimatize before the tournament begins.

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By the Numbers

•Norwegian team trains under extreme heat conditions.
•Erling Haaland leads the squad in preparations.
•Players are seen training without shirts, socks, and shoes.
•Norway's first World Cup match is against Iraq on June 17.
•Teams from cooler regions face acclimatization challenges.

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10:37 AMYahoo Sports — 📸 Not used to the heat: World Cup team strip off for training

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A major challenge for many teams at the upcoming World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico: the climate. While players who are used to high temperatures and everything that comes with them in their eve...
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