At the height of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Italy's head coach, Gennaro Gattuso, spoke with journalists before the next crucial match - the match against Norway. His thoughts were especially concentrated around one player - Erling Haaland.
Gattuso said with great respect about the Norwegian striker:
- Holand is a real phenomenon. His physical fitness, his attitude towards the ball, and his goal-scoring instinct are completely different from other players. This guy is like a goal-scoring machine. It's difficult to predict his behavior, because he always thinks a step faster.
The renowned coach stated that the Norwegian national team is not limited to Haaland. They also have a dangerous content in general:
- The Norwegian players are physically strong, very fast, and have not one, but four very dangerous forwards in the forward line. If you make a mistake once, even if you leave a single inch of space in the penalty area - you will be punished. Therefore, the game requires maximum attention and discipline," Gattuso said in an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport.
Gattuso, who admits he has no affection for any opponent, didn't ignore Haaland's statistics either. Of course, such indicators will make any coach think:
- In the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Haaland scored 14 goals in 7 matches. He also provided an accurate assist for 2 goals.
These numbers once again confirm that he is one of the scariest strikers not only in Europe but also in the world.
The fans, after these pre-game scores, are now eagerly awaiting the Italy-Norway match. Because Gattuso's team is known for its discipline and tactical play, while Norway, led by Haaland, plays with intense attacks.
Undoubtedly, this match is expected to be one of the most prominent and interesting matches of the qualifying stage.
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