Aursnes impresses at left-back as Norway beat Denmark 3-2 in Nations League | OneFootball

Fredrik Aursnes was a surprise starter at left-back for Norway against Denmark, and the switch paid off in a 3-2 win. Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway began their Nations League group, which also includes Portugal, with victory.

Ståle Solbakken justified the move by pointing to Aursnes’s previous spells at full-back for Benfica, adding that he can cover both flanks and every midfield role. According to Glorioso 1904, during the last summer window Benfica’s coaching staff did not intend to keep using the Norway international on the right on a regular basis.

Aursnes could reprise the role against Portugal on Sunday. Wolfe, who replaced the Benfica midfielder versus Denmark, was sent off, leaving the left side open for him again.

His deployment in multiple positions is nothing new at club level. He has often been moved across the pitch when required.

At Benfica, Marco Silva views Aursnes as an important part of the squad but wants to avoid makeshift solutions in such a specific position. For Norway, Solbakken continues to make full use of his versatility, with left-back now also an option.

Source: Glorioso 1904

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