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Norway coach says Haaland substitution against Portugal was pre-planned
Original: Norway head coach suggests Erling Haaland substitution vs. Portugal was pre-planned
Norway's head coach has indicated that the decision to substitute Erling Haaland during the match against Portugal was made in advance rather than a reaction to events on the pitch. The claim has drawn attention from football fans and media, who are debating whether resting the star striker was tactical caution or a missed opportunity in a high-profile fixture.
Why now: Fans and media are reacting to the coach's explanation for substituting one of the world's top strikers in a marquee international match.
Erling HaalandNorway national football teamPortugal national football team
Evidence
- Norway head coach suggests Erling Haaland substitution vs. Portugal was pre-planned · The New York Times
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