Norway star skips friendly, Nypan gets his chance

Erling Haaland is leaving Norway’s camp before their friendly with New Zealand and returning to Manchester City ahead of next weekend’s clash with Everton. He hit a hat-trick in the 5‑0 win over Israel, taking his tally to 51 in 46 caps.

Meanwhile, 18‑year‑old Sverre Nypan—recently signed from Rosenborg and impressing on loan at Middlesbrough—earns his first senior call-up. City fans are smiling; Haaland’s so ready for Everton he probably dreams in sky blue tactics diagrams.