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Estonia Futsal Rallies for Draw Against Key World Cup Qualifying Opponent
Estonia's national futsal team recovered from a two-goal deficit to secure a 2-2 draw against Norway in a friendly match, a crucial test ahead of hosting the same opponent in the World Cup qualifying tournament this April.
- —The Estonian national futsal team played two friendly matches against Norway, drawing the second match 2-2 after losing the first 4-5.
- —The friendly matches served as preparation for Estonia's upcoming World Cup qualifying tournament, where they will face Greece, Norway, and Israel.
- —In the second match, Estonia came back from a two-goal deficit to secure a draw, with goals from Roman Bažkov and Lehar Savikink.
- —The first match, held in Sillamäe, saw Estonia lose 4-5 despite a brace from Denis Vnukov and goals from Eduard Desjatski and Pavel Rubel.
- —The second match in Tallinn ended 2-2, with Norway initially taking a two-goal lead before Estonia's second-half comeback.
Recap
The mixed results from two friendlies against Norway provide a clear benchmark for Estonia's futsal team ahead of the April World Cup qualifiers. A narrow loss and a comeback draw reveal both defensive vulnerabilities and crucial offensive resilience. These matches were a tactical rehearsal, offering a direct measure of a future opponent they must overcome on home soil to advance.