The Hindu·3 min read·medium
FIFA World Cup 2026 | O Captain! My Captain! — Martin Odegaard steers the ship nobody saw coming
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R.K. Arjun
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Martin Odegaard has been instrumental in Norway's historic run to the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, acting as the primary playmaker for the team. Despite Erling Haaland's goal-scoring success, Odegaard's tactical leadership and passing accuracy have been central to Norway's victories against teams like Brazil.
While Erling Haaland has rightfully dominated the headlines with seven goals, the man pulling the strings in Norway’s fairytale World Cup run has operated largely in his teammate’s shadow.
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