When people think of Norway, two names immediately spring to mind: Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard.

Understandably so.

One is arguably the world's best striker, while the other has become one of the Premier League's finest creative midfielders and recent Premier League Champion.

But if England focus solely on stopping those two, they could overlook the players quietly driving Norway's remarkable World Cup run.

From tireless midfielders to exciting wingers, Norway possess quality throughout their squad, and several players have emerged as just as important to their success.

Here are four names Thomas Tuchel's side should be paying close attention to.

Patrick Berg: Norway's Midfield Conductor

Patrick Berg might not have the profile of Haaland or Odegaard, but many Norway supporters would argue he's just as important.

The Bodo/Glimt midfielder has quietly become the heartbeat of Norway's midfield during this World Cup.

Despite only playing a handful of club matches before the tournament, Berg has looked anything but rusty.

He rarely grabs the headlines, yet his influence is impossible to ignore. Constantly moving, breaking up attacks, recycling possession and dictating the tempo, Berg allows Norway's more attacking players to flourish.

He's the type of player every successful team needs — someone who does the dirty work without demanding the spotlight.

If England allow Berg time on the ball, Norway's midfield could quickly take control.

Sander Berge: Norway's Midfield Enforcer

Alongside Berg, Sander Berge has formed one of the tournament's most effective midfield partnerships.

Standing at 6ft 5in, Berge brings a completely different dimension.

His physical presence helps Norway dominate aerial battles, while his composure in possession allows them to play through pressure rather than simply clearing their lines.

Whether carrying the ball through midfield or shielding the defence, Berge has been one of Norway's most consistent performers.

If England's midfield can't match his physicality, Norway could begin controlling the centre of the pitch.

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Antonio Nusa: Norway's Most Dangerous Wide Threat

England head into the quarter-final with question marks at right-back following injuries and suspension.

That could play directly into the hands of Antonio Nusa.

Still only in his early twenties, the winger has become one of Europe's most exciting young attackers thanks to his explosive pace, direct dribbling and confidence in one-on-one situations.

Nusa loves driving at defenders and creating chaos in wide areas.

Against an England side potentially forced into changes on the right, his pace could become one of Norway's biggest attacking weapons.

Stopping him early may be one of England's biggest priorities.

Andreas Schjelderup: The Creative X-Factor

While Haaland naturally attracts defenders, Andreas Schjelderup often benefits from the space that creates.

Comfortable drifting between the lines or attacking from wide positions, the young forward has impressed throughout the tournament with his movement and technical ability.

He's capable of creating chances, beating defenders and linking Norway's attack together.

If England become too focused on Haaland, Schjelderup is exactly the type of player who can punish them.

Why England Must Respect Norway's Supporting Cast

Stopping Haaland and Odegaard is, of course, essential.

But Norway's success at this World Cup has been built on far more than two household names.

Patrick Berg's intelligence, Sander Berge's dominance, Antonio Nusa's pace and Andreas Schjelderup's creativity have all helped transform Norway into genuine contenders.

England may have the bigger names on paper, but overlooking Norway's supporting cast could prove costly.

In knockout football, it's often the unsung heroes who make the biggest difference.