Top Scorer Sunde Dropped from Norway Squad

Norway coach Gemma Grainger announced her squad for the upcoming double-header against Romania on Monday. The matches will be played on October 9 (away) and October 13 (home), with Norway seeking to qualify for the World Cup after finishing second in their qualifying group, four points behind Germany.

Despite her impressive season with 25 goals in 16 matches, Toppserien's top scorer Katarina Dybvik Sunde was not included in the squad. Grainger praised Sunde's abilities but emphasized the strong competition for places in the national team. "There are many who are competing for positions," Grainger stated, adding that Sunde must continue her development. If Norway advances past Romania, they will face either Albania or Wales in a "final" for a spot in the 2027 World Cup in Brazil. ipl-cricket.in