Why Norway airlifted salmon for its players

The Norwegian football team has reached the quarter-finals in the FIFA World Cup 2026.

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They brought 300 kilograms of Norwegian salmon with them for the team's diet.

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This salmon is different from other varieties and is safe to eat raw, even without deep-freezing.

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Less that 1% of Norwegian salmon ever require antibiotic treatments, while it is 7-70% in other countries.

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The fish is called 'Wagyu of the ocean' as its fat marbling, soft texture and culinary reputation is similar to Japan's Wagyu beef.

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