Fredrik Aursnes
BenficaCM
Creative Playmaker
Dec 10, 1995 (30)
Right
5'11"
157 lb
Limited impact in midfield
Aursnes generated two tackles (one won) and two clearances in Tuesday's 4-1 win versus Iraq.
Analysis: Aursnes earned his expected starting spot for Norway following appearances in the previous two friendlies, though his job on the night was almost entirely defensive, with little involvement in the box and no shots or chances created to show for it. He did register two tackles and two clearances, and was efficient in possession with 27 of 29 passes completed.
Looking to be starter for World Cup
Aursnes is expected to serve as a starter in the midfield for Norway at the 2026 World Cup.
Analysis: Aursnes has found himself in a spot to potentially start for Norway at the World Cup, with the midfielder featuring as a starter in their two friendlies ahead of the tournament. The 30-year-old enters as a solid veteran option for a slightly younger team, coming off a season with Benfica where he earned four goals and eight assists in 49 appearances this league season. He will likely be used as their more defensive option in the midfield if he does start, limiting some of his value. That said, Patrick Berg of Glimt could also find a starting role, likely to push out Aursnes if this is the case.
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