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Pressure on Norway in play-off final - Wilkinson

Norway faces a critical test in the first leg of their Women’s World Cup play-off final against Wales, set for Tuesday at Cardiff City Stadium. The Norwegians, who have qualified for every World Cup since 1991 and won the tournament in 1995, enter as heavy favorites over Wales, who sit 17 places lower in FIFA’s rankings and have never defeated a top-20 team in a competitive match.

Despite the odds, Wales manager Sarah Wilkinson has emphasized her team’s ability to compete, highlighting their strong recent performances and the quality of their players. The pressure remains high, however, as even an upset victory may not guarantee a spot at next year’s World Cup due to the qualifying process’s complexities.

After a brief rest, Wales will look to push Norway hard in what could be a pivotal clash for both sides.

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