Norway's national team awarded the Bridge Builder Prize 2026
Norway's men's national football team and coach Ståle Solbakken receive the Bridge Builder Prize 2026 for their ability to unite people across age, background and religion. The team, currently 2nd in the World Cup with 6 points (2 wins, 0 draws, 1 loss), has become a symbol of inclusion and shared goals.
What is the Bridge Builder Prize?
The prize is awarded by the 14th August Committee and recognizes efforts to build bridges between people. Previous winners include King Harald and Malala Yusufzai. The team qualified for the World Cup after nearly 30 years without participation.
Why is this important for Norway?
The award acknowledges the team's role as a unifying force. After a quarterfinal loss to England (1-2) and losses in the last two matches, the prize shows that achievements are not only measured in results, but also in values.
What's next?
The team faces Denmark at home on September 24. With 3 points behind leaders France, a win will be crucial to stay at the top of the group.
