Head coach of Azerbaijan's national team opponent dismissed

Baku. 16 November. REPORT.AZ/ The Norwegian soccer federation says coachPer-Mathias Hogmowill step down after three years in the job. Report informs citing the official website of Football Association of Norway (NFF) the contract was terminated by mutual agreement.

The reason for this unsuccessful performances of team. With only three points from four matches in World Cup qualifying, Norway has little chance to qualify for the 2018 tournament in Russia. The Norwegians, who lost to the Czech Republic on Friday, beat San Marino 4-1 for their only victory so far in Group C. Germany leads the group with 12 points.

Federation president Terje Svendsen said the new coach will be appointed soon.

Notably, Norwegian national team will compete in the same group with Azerbaijan in qualifying round.