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Injured Ada Hegerberg Ruled Out of Must-Win World Cup Match for Norway

  • Hegerberg, the 2018 Ballon d'Or winner, is out with a groin injury and will not play in Norway's key group match against the Philippines.
  • Norway is currently bottom of Group A after a loss and draw in their first two matches and risks elimination if they don't win.
  • Hegerberg returned to the national team this year after a five-year protest over a pay dispute.
  • Without their star player, Norway's chances of advancing from the group stage are now in jeopardy.
  • The top two teams, Switzerland and New Zealand, play each other, adding uncertainty to Norway's qualification chances.
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