The nation's prime minister has confirmed the text message is genuine.

He played every week for three years.

The Manchester City forward will likely feature at next summer's World Cup alongside international teammate and Arsenal captain Odegaard.

Erling Haaland will not take part in Norway's match against New Zealand.

A statement was released by the Norwegian Football Association.

Norway took on Israel in a World Cup qualifier on Saturday, with Erling Haaland scoring a hat-trick.

The Manchester City forward has made his thoughts clear on the Middle East.

Sondre Brunstad Fet scored a late equaliser for the Norwegian side.

Haaland scored five goals as Norway thrashed Moldova.

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has suffered an injury scare ahead of the Manchester derby.

The Manchester City striker called out his former club in a social media rant.

The Manchester City forward was born in Leeds but chose to represent Norway and has since gained 43 caps.

Both the Norway FA and Israel FA have now released statements.

He has penned a new ten-year deal at City.

United have been linked with a January move for the player.

Bodo/Glimt have one of the more unique names in world football.

The highly-rated 16-year-old is already making his mark in training.

Erling Haaland stunned his teammates with a shock announcement

The former Manchester United manager has reportedly declined further talks with the Danish Football Association.

Gabriel played down his clash with Haaland during last month's clash between Arsenal and Man City.