Norway's national team may benefit from slush in the heat. In the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Norway is competing with a strong team.

What happens in the heat?

In the heat, we know that players' neuromuscular systems will be stressed and reduced, making the chance of injuries much greater, says Svein Arne Pettersen.

How can slush help?

Slush can help players keep their core temperatures down. | Method | Description | | --- | --- | | Cooling vests | Some use cooling vests before the game and during breaks | | Slush | Slush can help players keep their core temperatures down | Norway meets Brazil in the round of 16 in New York on Sunday, July 5.

What's next?

Norway has a tough game against Brazil. | Date | Opponent | Location | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-07-05 | Brazil | New York | Last result: Netherlands 2-1 Norway (2026-03-27). Recent form (last 3): 1W-1D-1L (LDW, most recent first). Next fixture: vs Portugal (at home, 2026-09-27).