Norway captain Martin Odegaard says ‌he has no concerns about his fitness ahead of his side's opening World Cup Group I match in Foxborough, Massachusetts on Tuesday, his nation's first game at the ​finals since 1998.

It’s been over two decades since either Iraq or Norway has played in a World Cup. On Tuesday, that drought will end for both sides as they face off at Gillette Stadium at 6 p.m. for the second group stage match in Massachusetts.

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And before anyone starts clutching their pearls about Haaland and Co. going to the hockey game, Norway doesn't play until Tuesday. It opens the World Cup against Iraq in Boston. N

A Nordic bar in Soho called KABIN ​is preparing to host Norway's loyal fans as they return to the tournament for the first time since 1998.

Julian Ryerson and Norway aren't the only ones in unfamiliar World Cup territory. The expanded tournament offers new opportunities for players.