Raumi takes on Yan – Nusa part of Norway’s 'Golden Generation'

Werner can at least look forward to Champions League-style kick-off times when Germany face Ivory Coast at 22:00 CEST on 20th June. That game will bring an all-RBL duel between David Raum and Yan Diomande.

Our head coach believes Germany can expect “their toughest group game and a tight match” on Matchday 2. He feels winger Yan Diomande in particular can hurt any team, including Julian Nagelsmann’s side. Even so, Ole says: “I see Germany as favourites and think they’ll win.”

For the 38-year-old, Germany are also among the contenders to win the World Cup. “They’re a team with lots of experience and individual quality. Germany have repeatedly managed to improve as a tournament goes on, even if they’re not the top favourites.”

Norway could emerge as something of a dark horse, with Antonio Nusa joined in the squad by former RBL striker Alexander Sørloth and goal machine Erling Haaland. “Norway definitely have something like a ‘Golden Generation’. These are players operating at the very highest level.” Later on, Ole also reveals his pick to win the World Cup.