6,000 Oranges Flown in from Norway for Haaland and Co.

The Norwegian national team, alongside Bosnia and Herzegovina, stands out as the tallest squad at the World Cup, boasting an average player height of 1.87 meters. Maintaining the peak physical condition of athletes like Erling Haaland and Alexander Sørloth demands serious and high-quality nutrition. This is precisely why the Norwegian delegation arrived in the USA with a special food shipment, necessitating a large-scale transport operation.

The Scandinavians brought with them 300 kilograms of fresh Norwegian fish, 116 kilograms of "Brunost" (brown caramelized cheese), and 6,000 oranges.

Their team also includes acclaimed chefs who will prepare four meals a day. The culinary highlight arrives on Friday – classic Norwegian tacos, known as "Fredagstaco." Preparing food for all the footballers and the rest of the delegation is a complex task, managed by a team of nutritionists and chefs, considered among the best at the World Cup.

Athletes accustomed to strict dietary regimes often struggle to maintain their form when traveling, especially in the USA. The home of fast food presents a real challenge during a top-tier tournament. Firstly, sourcing quality raw ingredients is incredibly difficult. The consumption of vegetables, legumes, and fruits is limited. The typical diet is laden with calories and carbohydrates, which elite athletes battle daily, particularly during a World Cup.

For this reason, all federations travel with their own chefs who know how to feed their players and have contacts for finding products that meet their specific needs. Nevertheless, many teams, like Norway, prefer to travel with a significant quantity of healthier foods that align with their culinary culture.