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Verifying Norway's qualification

I’m looking into the UEFA qualifiers for 2026, which run from March to November 2025, after Euro 2024. By October 2024, Norway hasn't qualified yet, but as of December 29, 2025, it’s possible they could have. I need to determine which sport we're referring to since Norway's women's team has participated in multiple World Cups, unlike the men's team. Historically, Norway has qualified for the World Cup finals four times — 1938, 1994, and 1998, making the 2026 qualification plausible.Clarifying user needs

It seems the user might be looking for a headline to support a post, article, or social media update. I should ask what they're specifically looking for: a quick write-up, stats, a timeline, or maybe a graphic? There's context I could provide about Norway's previous World Cup appearances and key players like Haaland and Ødegaard. Since the 2026 tournament will feature 48 teams with 16 UEFA slots, Norway's path could vary. I want to confirm their preferences, celebrate their excitement, and offer a concise blurb with relevant data points.Summarizing Norway's achievement

Norway famously beat Brazil 2-1 in the group stage of the 1998 World Cup and reached the Round of 16 before losing to Italy. Their best performance remains that Round of 16 placement. I want to use careful language while highlighting key players like Haaland and Ødegaard. It’s important to avoid speculation about their FIFA ranking.

I can craft a concise news copy celebrating Norway’s return to the World Cup, including relevant facts and optional headlines. I'll follow up to see if the user needs a more detailed article or social media post!