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.

Iraq and Norway both return to the FIFA World Cup stage after prolonged absences, and take on each other in their tournament opener in Boston on Tuesday evening, with the European team coming into this as the favourites.

World Cup betting picks for Brazil vs. Morocco and Norway vs. Japan, including over 2.5 goals and draw predictions for the group stage matches.

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.

There are 72 group stage games at the upcoming World Cup starting next week. Here are the three you can't miss.