Manchester City and Norway superstar Erling Haaland played no part in his country’s 6-0 victory over Jordan in an international friendly on Thursday evening.

The 23-year-old centre-forward, who has started the ongoing club campaign in staggering fashion, was named among the substitutes for his nation as they played out one of two contests during the ongoing two-week international break.

Erling Haaland was rested during Norway’s victory over Jordan on Thursday in preparation for a crucial upcoming match. Meanwhile, Nathan Ake’s halftime substitution during the Netherlands’ win against Greece has raised injury concerns for Manchester City.

Haaland, who has scored six goals for City this season, is on international duty, aiming to help Norway improve their qualifying position for Euro 2024. Norway currently ranks third in Group A, behind Scotland and Georgia but just ahead of Spain by a single point. With two more games played than Spain, securing one of the top two spots for qualification may prove challenging. Therefore, a home victory against second-placed Georgia is vital on Tuesday.