Norwegian coaching staff erupts after Portugal equalises in Porto match

During a friendly in Porto, Norway took the lead when Kristoffer Vassbakk Ajer scored a dream goal, only for Portugal to answer quickly with a long-range shot from Joao Cancelo. The goal sparked a furious response from the Norwegian bench; coach Ståle Solbakken raised his finger and shouted at the fourth official, accusing him of a faulty throw-in. Several staff members, including Kristian Thorstvedt, left the sidelines to express their criticism.

TV commentator Øyvind Alsaker noted he may have missed the exact position of the foot but called the reaction strong, while football expert Bernt Hulsker called the incident "unforgivable" and insisted the ball should not have been played forward. The episode highlighted tensions over officiating decisions in the match.