World Cup Squad Wave Continues — Norway, Senegal, Saudi Arabia Among Nations Finalizing Rosters on May 21

The global squad announcement wave continued at pace on May 21, with Norway, Senegal, and Saudi Arabia among the nations confirming their final World Cup selections. Norway head coach Ståle Solbakken named his 26-man squad — headlined by Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, the world's most prolific goalscorer. Norway face Group I opponents France (the tournament favorites), Senegal, and Iraq. Norway's inclusion of Haaland — now 25 and in the prime of his career — makes them one of the most intriguing dark horses of the tournament. Senegal head coach Aliou Cissé also confirmed his squad on May 21, with Sadio Mané (Al Nassr) included despite his Saudi Pro League campaign. Senegal are also in Group I, setting up a thrilling Haaland vs Mané group stage showdown. Saudi Arabia (Group L opponents: Japan, Uzbekistan, and a Play-Off qualifier) confirmed their 30-man preliminary squad the same day. The final 26-man list for all nations is due June 1; FIFA publishes all 48 squads simultaneously on June 2. Upcoming major announcements: England (Tuchel, Wembley — May 22), Spain (De La Fuente — May 25 — Lamine Yamal status still uncertain), and the USMNT (Pochettino, live NYC event on FOX — May 26). 21 days to kickoff.