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Selected posts on talent development in Norwegian football, translated into English. Written by Dag Vidar Hanstad, professor at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences and author of the book Løkka lever.

Dag Vidar Hanstad · 12 August 2026

A varied childhood – different paths

BLOG: In the debate over multi-sport participation in children’s sports, a decathlete competing at this week’s European Athletics Championships can serve as an example of best practice. The same kind of background can also produce outstanding soccer players.

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Dag Vidar Hanstad · 27 July 2026

Measuring weight and height: madness or the only right thing to do?

BLOG: The Norwegian Football Federation and the clubs take on a major responsibility when young players are measured to estimate their biological age.

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Dag Vidar Hanstad · 14 July 2026

X-factor makes the difference

BLOG: In an increasingly physical and thoroughly analysed game, players with x-factor are decisive.

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Dag Vidar Hanstad · 13 July 2026

How Ståle Solbakken built Norway’s team culture

BLOG: After a 28-year absence, Norway reached the World Cup quarterfinals with what looked like a group of friends on tour. This atmosphere did not emerge by chance; it was the product of deliberate leadership by Ståle Solbakken and his staff.

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