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Football – Women's World Cup – Group A – Korea Republic v Norway – Stade Auguste-Delaune, Reims, France – 17 June 2019 Norwegian Caroline Graham Hansen in action with Yeo Minji of the Republic of Korea and Lee Eunmi REUTERS / Gonzalo Fuentes
REIMS, France (Reuters) – Norwegian playmaker Caroline Graham Hansen said on Monday that she was confident of being ready for her last game on Saturday after suffering an ankle injury when she was injured. a 2-1 victory over South Korea.
Hansen appeared in discomfort after a late challenge from Kang Chaerim when she won a penalty in the 49th minute of the Group A match, but had to clear up shortly thereafter.
"I do not know yet, but I could not continue," she told reporters. "The doctors are positive and think that everything will be fine, but I will wait for the answer."
The Barcelona striker had started the match by scoring at home with a fourth-minute penalty, but seemed frustrated on the wing while dominating Korea dominated in the first period.
"It's very important to get her back, but it's a tough woman and we have a good medical staff," said Norway coach Martin Sjogren. "We'll see what the injury will be tomorrow, but I believe she'll be back."
Norway will face Italy, Brazil or Australia in the last 16 games in Nice on Saturday.
"I have been impressed by Italy and Brazil, but whatever we meet will be a challenge," Sjogren said.
Reportage of John Irish; Edited by Ken Ferris
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