Definition of Norway

Norway

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Noun
1. a constitutional monarchy in northern Europe on the western side of the Scandinavian Peninsula; achieved independence from Sweden in 1905
(synonym) Kingdom of Norway, Norge, Noreg
(hypernym) Scandinavian country, Scandinavian nation
(member-holonym) Scandinavia
(member-meronym) Norwegian, Norseman, Norse
(part-meronym) Svalbard

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Background
Two centuries of Viking raids into Europe tapered off following the adoption of Christianity by King Olav TRYGGVASON in 994. Conversion of the Norwegian kingdom occurred over the next several decades. In 1397, Norway was absorbed into a union with Denmark that was to last for more than four centuries. In 1814, Norwegians resisted the cession of their country to Sweden and adopted a new constitution. Sweden then invaded Norway but agreed to let Norway keep its constitution in return for accepting the union under a Swedish king. Rising nationalism throughout the 19th century led to a 1905 referendum granting Norway independence. Although Norway remained neutral in World War I, it suffered heavy losses to its shipping. Norway proclaimed its neutrality at the outset of World War II, but was nonetheless occupied for five years by Nazi Germany (1940-45). In 1949, neutrality was abandoned and Norway became a member of NATO. Discovery of oil and gas in adjacent waters in the late 1960s boosted Norway's economic fortunes. The current focus is on containing spending on the extensive welfare system and planning for the time when petroleum reserves are depleted. In referenda held in 1972 and 1994, Norway rejected joining the EU.

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Flo, Tore Andre
Chelsea & Norway

Birthdate: June 15, 1973
Birthplace: Stryn, Norway
Height: 188 cms
Weight: 77 kgs
Position: Forward
Games & Goals with National Team: 44 caps, 17 goals (as of June 14, 2000)
International Debut: October 11, 1995 vs. England (D 0:0)

Tore Andre Flo is the classical center forward; high, strong and speedy, his presence in the rival's area is synonym of danger. He dominates the air game, aided in his height and in his extraordinary capacity to jump. Tore Andre is also an extremely accurate finisher to goal with both legs and he is speedy, bringing forward and goal-scorer instinct. He was dubbed ‘Flonaldo’ after a two-goal display against Brazil in May 1997, and he scored against the same opposition 13 months later in the 1998 World Cup.
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Berg, Henning
Manchester United & Norway

Birthdate: September 1, 1969
Birthplace: Lorenskog, Norway
Height: 184 cm
Weight: 75 kg
Position: Defender
International: 64 caps, 7 goals
World Cups: 2 (1994, 1998)
Previous Clubs: Blackburn Rovers
Transfer Fee: -
Though he has struggled to regain his place in the Manchester United FC first team after injury ruled him out of the conclusion of last season, Berg remains a pivotal presence at the back for the national team. He became the first Norwegian player to win a English championship medal with Blackburn Rovers FC in 1994/95, earning himself the accolade of Norwegian Player of the Year. Strong in the air, and able to play at full-back or centre-half, his main strength is his positional sense.

Carew, John
Valencia & Norway

Birthdate: September 5, 1979
Birthplace: Norway
Height: 195 cms
Weight: 94 kgs
Position: Forward
International: 10 caps, 2 goals (as of June 12, 2000)
World Cups: 1 (1998)
Previous Clubs: Lorenskog, Vålerenga IF, Rosenborg
Transfer Fee: $8.00 Millions of Dollars

The powerfully built prodigy became the target of a number of clubs after scoring 30 goals in 57 games for Vålarenga Fotbol before deciding to stay in Norway with Rosenborg BK. He helped the Oslo club reach the UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup quarter-finals by scoring five goals in eight games. Previously starred for the Under-21 side, and made his international debut in November 1998 against Egypt and score in the friendly draw with Sweden in la Manga in February 2000. And he has shown an aptitude for goals in big games. Among the five goals he hit in 12 UEFA Champions League games this season were strikes against FC Bayern München and Real Madrid CF and a brace against Borussia Dortmund. Tall and direct, he possesses pace and power, to make him a real handful for opposition defenders.

Iversen, Steffen
Tottenham Hotspurs & Norway
Birthdate: November 10, 1976
Birthplace: Oslo, Norway
Height: 185 cm
Weight: 80 kg
Position: Forward
International: 13 caps, 3 goals
World Cups: 0
Previous Clubs: Rosenborg
Transfer Fee: -
The former Rosenborg BK striker burst onto the international scene by scoring nine goals as Norway finished in third place in the 1998 European U-21 Championship. He had already clinched a move to Tottenham Hotspur FC, after having won two league titles previously with Rosenborg. He was top scorer with Spurs last season, and has proved himself a prolific marksman. He is a natural predator, with good close control, and pressed his claims for a regular place in the Norwegian starting line-up.

Rekdal, Kjetil
Vålerenga & Norway
Birthdate: November 6, 1968
Birthplace: Molde, Norway
Height: 1.87 mts
Weight: 82 kgs
Position: Midfielder
International: 83 caps, 17 goals (as of August 2, 2000)
World Cups: 2 (1994, 1998)
Previous Clubs: Lierse, Hertha Berlin
Transfer Fee: -
The most experienced member of the Norway squad, having made his international debut in a goalless draw with Turkey in 1987, Rekdal captains the side. He broke his leg twice in 1999 and was unable to reclaim his place in the Hertha Berlin side, prompting a return to Norway with Vålerenga Fotball. He has a powerful shot and scored a crucial late equaliser away to England in 1993 with a strike from distance to help Norway on their way to qualifying for the 1994 FIFA World Cup. He has a reputation for coolness under pressure - as shown when he scored the 89th-minute penalty that gave Norway a crucial and unexpected 2-1 win over Brazil at 1998 FIFA World Cup.

Solbakken, Ståle
Aalborg & Norway

Birthdate: February 27, 1968
Birthplace: Oslo, Norway
Height: 190 cm
Weight: 86 kg
Position: Midfielder
International: 51 caps, 7 goals
World Cups: 1 (1998)
Previous Clubs: Hamar Kammeraterne, Lillestrøm, Wimbledon
Transfer Fee: $0.40 Millions of Dollars The hard-working midfielder has excelled since moving to Denmark after a brief spell with Wimbledon FC. Indeed, he won the Player of the Year award in Denmark for his displays with Aalborg. He made his international debut in 1994 against Wales, and made three appearances in the 1998 FIFA World Cup. Deadly at set-pieces, he possesses the ability to make well-timed runs forward.

Solskjaer, Ole Gunnar
Manchester United & Norway

Birthdate: February 26, 1973
Birthplace: Kristiansund, Norway
Height: 178 cm
Weight: 74 kg
Position: Forward
International: 25 caps, 10 goals
World Cups: 1 (1998)
Previous Clubs: Clausenengen, Molde
Transfer Fee: $8.98 Millions of Dollars
The ‘Baby-Faced Assassin’ first hit the spotlight with his displays with Molde FK, and his 13 goals in 19 games for the Norwegian Under-21 side. Understandably, it was not long before he made his international debut, and he was promptly signed by Manchester United FC in 1995. He scored on his United debut, and went on to score 19 goals and win a league championship medal in his first season at Old Trafford, in which he was also voted Norwegian Player of the Year. In the past two seasons, he has had to be content with a ‘super-sub’ role at United despite an excellent strike-rate. Memorably, he scored Manchester United’s winner in the 1998/99 UEFA Champions League final.

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