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7 days ago
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Opposition analysis: Ice and fire in Bergen
Ahead of our Champions League qualifier v SK Brann in Norway On Wednesday 23 July our Red Bulls will be in UEFA Champions League qualifying action in Bergen – the city of rain! The second-biggest city in Norway is also famed for its stunning hilly landscape and one of Europe's biggest ports - just don't forget an umbrella. In addition to its colourful Bryggen wooden houses and fish market also leads Europe when it comes to the frequency of rain – with around 200 rainy days per year. 272,000 citizens in Bergen The charges of Freyr Alexandersson will have no problem with the weather or with playing a match in the middle of their season - and it isn't just their name (Brann being Norwegian for fire) that is intimidating. The Reds are currently in second around halfway through the Norwegian Eliteserien season. The Icelandic coach mostly sets his side up in a 4-3-3 formation, in which they attack quickly and gladly press high. Bergen will be without their top scorer Aune Heggebö, however, after he moved to West Bromwich Albion in the English Championship. Bard Finne is another Norwegian goal threat our side need to keep an eye on. Youngster Markus Haaland is no relation to our former striker, Erling Haaland. 24.90 Million Euro market value of SK Brann The history of Sportsklubben Brann is a very successful one. Three Norwegian league titles are to their name (most recently in 2007), and they won the Norwegian cup for the seventh time in 2022. There is one blot on their record, however, in that they are yet to qualify for the main part of a modern UEFA competition. In 2007/08 they did make the last 32 of the UEFA Cup, while in the 1996/97 European Cup Winners' Cup they were knocked out by Liverpool in the quarter-finals. Starting in the UEFA Champions League's second qualifying round gives the side captained by Felix Horn Myhre a good chance of returning to the European stage – although we would love to end their bid to make the Champions League. The Norwegians can definitely count on their fans in the home tie as their Arena is set to be a sell-out - as it often is for league matches. We are to play in the Brann stadium, which opened in 1918 and was renovated most recently in 2019. It has space for close to 17,000 fans, as well as providing housing for 288 students. That came about as, in order to receive funding for the last update, the club promised to build homes in the stadium, which have been sold on to Bergen's student organisations. Just watch the small print if that sounds like a dream, as common areas including its table tennis area have limited access on matchdays, and there is no view of the pitch! You will have a view for certain though if you tune in to ServusTV or ServusTV On, where you can follow the first leg for free on TV or live stream. Live text updates will also be provided on our website, with free highlights to follow shortly after the final whistle. For the second leg a week later on Wednesday 30 July (20:45 CEST), we will need your support at the Red Bull Arena. Tickets are already on open sale!
Yahoo
15-07-2025
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Norway beat Iceland in seven-goal thriller to extend perfect record
Signe Gaupset and Frida Maanum both scored twice as Norway survived a late Iceland fightback to extend their 100% winning start at Euro 2025. SK Brann's 20-year-old forward Gaupset, one of six changes made by coach Gemma Grainger, assisted both of Maanum's goals after scoring a double of her own. Advertisement There was nothing at stake at Stockhorn Arena, with Norway having already qualified for the quarter-finals as group winners while Iceland had already been eliminated from the tournament after defeats in their opening two games. Iceland were on top when they took the lead and scored their first goal of the tournament through Sveindis Jonsdottir, who reacted quickest to a loose ball from a corner and fired past Cecilie Fiskerstrand from close range. Their lead lasted just nine minutes as Norway grew into the game and scored from a set-piece of their own, this time Gaupset volleying in from Vilde Boe Risa's corner. Gaupset scored her second 11 minutes later after collecting the ball on the turn before running at goal and unleashing a fierce strike into the bottom corner. Advertisement She then turned provider for Maanum after the break, playing a one-two with the Arsenal forward, who clinically finished from inside the box. The pair linked up again as Maanum made a driving run forward from Gaupset's ball and scored Norway's fourth from the edge of the box with 14 minutes left. Iceland gave Norway a nervy end to the game with two late goals. Substitute Hlin Eiriksdottir scored in the 84th minute before Glodis Viggosdottir converted a penalty awarded by the video assistant referee in injury time after Marit Lund's shirt pull on Eiriksdottir, for which the Norway defender received a second yellow card. Advertisement Despite a spirited end to the game, Iceland could not find a way back to register their first point in Switzerland. What was the main talking point? With a place in the last eight already secured, it was a question of whether Norway boss Grainger would stick or twist with her starting XI. Would she help the regulars to build momentum heading into the knockouts, or give other players a chance? Throughout the tournament the Englishwoman has spoken about the "importance of every player" in her squad and she made six changes, resting captain Ada Hegerburg, plus Guro Reiten, Caroline Graham Hansen, Ingrid Engen, Thea Bjelde and Lund. Advertisement It was a slow start from the two-time champions as they found themselves behind, but the new-look line-up showed fight and hunger and dominated across the pitch. It was far from a perfect performance though, with a number of misplaced passes, wasted chances and they once again faded away towards the end of the game with two goals conceded after the 84th minute. Their defensive frailties must be addressed, but among the positives to take was the fact that Lund was the only rested player that Grainger turned to from the bench. Having already met Iceland twice in 2025 with two draws against them in the Nations League, it was third time lucky for Norway who now go into the quarter-finals full of confidence. Advertisement Which player stood out? Making only her 11th senior appearance for Norway, Gaupset was handed her first start of the tournament and repaid the faith shown by Grainger with a statement performance. She played with a smile on her face and had the confidence and the freedom to dominate Iceland's defence and was undoubtedly Norway's bright spark. Her finishes before the break were world-class, a first-time volley hit from a corner before a long-range strike to add to her tally. Aged 20 years and 22 days, she became the youngest player to score twice in a Women's Euros match, beating Vivianne Miedema, who was 21 years and 22 days when she scored twice for the Netherlands in the 2017 final. Advertisement With two first-half goals and two assists after the break, Gaupset is the second player after Alexia Putellas to register two goals and two assists at Euro 2025. She is now Norway's top goalscorer in Switzerland and has given Grainger something to think about going into the quarter-finals. The standout stats Gaupset and Maanum's doubles in this match were the first time a Norwegian player has netted multiple goals in a Women's Euros match since Solveig Gulbrandsen vs Sweden in June 2005. Norway have won all three group stage games at a Women's Euros for the first time. It is the first time since the 1999 Women's World Cup they have won all group games at a major tournament. Advertisement Iceland became the first nation in the history of the competition to lose all three group stage games at three different editions of the tournament. What is next? Norway will play their quarter-final on 16 July in Geneva at 20:00 BST. They will play either Spain, Italy or Portugal from Group B, which concludes on 11 July (20:00 BST). With both teams level on points, Spain are currently top of the group and would stay there if they avoid defeat. Norway will play whoever finishes second in the group. Iceland return to action in October when they play Northern Ireland in the Nations League.
New Straits Times
11-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Fun-loving Gaupset grabs her moment in Norway win over Iceland
THUN: Norway's Signe Gaupset grabbed her chance with both hands when coach Gemma Grainger gave her a first start at a major tournament, scoring Norway's first two goals and creating two more in a 4-3 win over Iceland in their final Group A game at the Women's Euros on Thursday. Described by many in Norway as the country's best-kept footballing secret, Brann attacker Gaupset dominated every time she got on the ball, scoring twice in 11 first-half minutes and teeing up Frida Maanum for two second-half goals. "I found out (I'd be playing) yesterday morning. I slept really well, just really excited for the game. And yeah, I was looking forward to it, having fun and playing my game, and that worked today," she told Reuters after picking up her player of the game award. "I just did what I normally do when I'm at my club, and it worked really well," Gaupset said when asked how she had prepared for her first start. "I didn't think too much and just wanted to have fun, and that always works for me – when I have fun, that's when I play my best football, so I did that today." Well known in her home country for her physical, bustling style and her awareness on the ball, the 20-year-old has added goals to her game this season, scoring 10 in the Norwegian league for SK Brann before joining up with the national team. Asked if she had dreamt of such a performance on her first start at a major championship, Gaupset beamed. "I always think about wanting to affect the game and play as good as possible," she said, "but no, that's over what I could have dreamed of. But it was really fun."
Straits Times
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Straits Times
Fun-loving Gaupset grabs her moment in Norway win over Iceland
THUN, Switzerland - Norway's Signe Gaupset grabbed her chance with both hands when coach Gemma Grainger gave her a first start at a major tournament, scoring Norway's first two goals and creating two more in a 4-3 win over Iceland in their final Group A game at the Women's Euros on Thursday. Described by many in Norway as the country's best-kept footballing secret, Brann attacker Gaupset dominated every time she got on the ball, scoring twice in 11 first-half minutes and teeing up Frida Maanum for two second-half goals. "I found out (I'd be playing) yesterday morning. I slept really well, just really excited for the game. And yeah, I was looking forward to it, having fun and playing my game, and that worked today," she told Reuters after picking up her player of the game award. "I just did what I normally do when I'm at my club, and it worked really well," Gaupset said when asked how she had prepared for her first start. "I didn't think too much and just wanted to have fun, and that always works for me -- when I have fun, that's when I play my best football, so I did that today." Well known in her home country for her physical, bustling style and her awareness on the ball, the 20-year-old has added goals to her game this season, scoring 10 in the Norwegian league for SK Brann before joining up with the national team. Asked if she had dreamt of such a performance on her first start at a major championship, Gaupset beamed. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Business S'pore to launch new grant for companies, expand support for workers amid US tariff uncertainties Singapore Up to 90% of air-con units can be recycled, including greenhouse gas refrigerant Singapore KTPH trials 'smart diapers' for adult patients to prevent skin conditions, relieve burden on nurses Singapore Singaporean fugitive nabbed and charged with drug trafficking, may face death penalty Sport World Aquatics C'ships Singapore 2025 declared open by President Tharman Shanmugaratnam World 'Do some homework': 6 key exchanges between US Senator Duckworth and S'pore envoy nominee Sinha Multimedia 60 objects to mark SG60: Which is your favourite? Singapore CPF Board uses AI to improve call centre services, prioritise help for less tech-savvy users "I always think about wanting to affect the game and play as good as possible," she said, "but no, that's over what I could have dreamed of. But it was really fun." REUTERS
CNA
10-07-2025
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- CNA
Fun-loving Gaupset grabs her moment in Norway win over Iceland
THUN, Switzerland :Norway's Signe Gaupset grabbed her chance with both hands when coach Gemma Grainger gave her a first start at a major tournament, scoring Norway's first two goals and creating two more in a 4-3 win over Iceland in their final Group A game at the Women's Euros on Thursday. Described by many in Norway as the country's best-kept footballing secret, Brann attacker Gaupset dominated every time she got on the ball, scoring twice in 11 first-half minutes and teeing up Frida Maanum for two second-half goals. "I found out (I'd be playing) yesterday morning. I slept really well, just really excited for the game. And yeah, I was looking forward to it, having fun and playing my game, and that worked today," she told Reuters after picking up her player of the game award. "I just did what I normally do when I'm at my club, and it worked really well," Gaupset said when asked how she had prepared for her first start. "I didn't think too much and just wanted to have fun, and that always works for me - when I have fun, that's when I play my best football, so I did that today." Well known in her home country for her physical, bustling style and her awareness on the ball, the 20-year-old has added goals to her game this season, scoring 10 in the Norwegian league for SK Brann before joining up with the national team. Asked if she had dreamt of such a performance on her first start at a major championship, Gaupset beamed. "I always think about wanting to affect the game and play as good as possible," she said, "but no, that's over what I could have dreamed of. But it was really fun."
