Oddest, odder, ODD Grenland
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Two games, two defeats
Before the season everyone, including the coach and players, said that medals was the target. Two games into the season has resulted in two defeats. Sogndal at home, and Viking away. Viking away has always been a tricky one, but losing home against Sogndal was something no one saw coming. Why did that happen? First … Continue reading
This is Viking!
Viking comes from the capital of oil, Stavanger, five hours west of Skien. They play their games at Viking Stadion, a modern stadium who holds 16.300 spectators. Åge Hareide, who has played for Man City and Norwich, and with managerial experiences from Norway NT and Rosenborg, is coaching the team. About the stadium: Capacity(Seat/stand): 16.300/15.800 … Continue reading
Even more injuries shakes ODD
Earlier this week ODD stated that Magnus Lekvens would gain a quick recovery. That seems to be wrong. Tests taken yesterday indicates 6-8 weeks on the sideline. MR Scans taken yesterday shows a torn leg muscle, which means at leat a 6 week recovery. – It’s frustrating and terribly annoying, says physio Kenneth Marthinsen. Everything … Continue reading
Injury blow for unfortunate Fredrik Semb
Eleven minutes into sundays 4-0 loss against Sogndal, Fredrik Semb had to be carried off with what’s suspected to be a severe injury. Fredrik Semb could only play a few minutes before he had to leave, being replaced by Niklas Gunnarson. From the stands it didn’t look good, and today Dag-Eilev Fagermo confirmed that he’s … Continue reading
Pain
Pain. Taste the word. Roll it in your mouth, and feel the sharp edges. The spikes that makes you bleed. Suffer. Hurt. Cry. Makes you beg for a quick ending. Let me define pain for you. Pain is to lose. Pain is to lose 4-0. Pain is to lose at home. Pain is to lose … Continue reading
This is Sogndal!
Sogndal IL comes from the smallest Premier division area in Norway, and maybe in western Europe. The place houses only 7000 inhabitants. They play their games at Fosshaugane Campus, which holds 5000 fans. It’s impressive if they can fill half of it, minding that they has a very small population around! Their coach is Jonas … Continue reading
Going for medals!
(From TA) For the first time in ODDs modern history, they’ll reach for medals. In short time gloomy economic times has turned to unanimous optimism. The 10% wage cut makes 2 million NOK (262.381 EUR), and the squad will stay untouched. The smiles was many and big at Skagerak Arena yesterday. Every employee in ODD … Continue reading
Hoping he’ll keep his words
(From TA) Torgeir Børven hopes coach Dag-Eilev Fagermo remember what he says, and let him start against Sogndal on the opening day of the season. After saturdays friendly against GAIS, Fagermo expressed concerns by how the attackers performed. – When it comes to the starting eleven at the season opening, I got some answers today. … Continue reading
Countdown to kickoff: GAIS!
Lineups ODD: André Hansen — Lars Kristian Eriksen, Steffen Hagen, Fredrik Semb, Emil Jonassen — Jone Samuelsen, Fredrik Oldrup Jensen, Simen Brenne — Adem Güven, Torgeir Børven, Elba Rashani. GAIS: Not clear yet Latest news (last updated 12.30 CET) 16th march: (ODD): Morten Fevang is sick, and won’t be able to play. (ODD): Magnus Lekven … Continue reading
Mathias Fredriksen and Thomas Grøgaard up for duty!
Mathias Fredriksen and Thomas Grøgaard was earlier today called up to play for Norway Under 18, who will face Serbia twice. If Fredriksen gets to play, it will be his debut. The games are scheduled to 27th march at Notodden Idrettspark, and 29th march at Skagerak Arena!
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