Matthaeus dismisses Norway link

Lothar MatthaeusHamburg - Lothar Matthaeus on Wednesday dismissed speculation that he was a candidate for the Norwegian national team coaching job.

"I have never talked with Norway. I have a valid contract at Maccabi Netanya and I will fulfil it. We have big aims," Matthaeus told the Eurosport television network.

The record-capped Germany player Matthaeus was linked with a move to Norway from his club job in Israel by Norwegian media ahead of the nation's friendly with Germany in Dusseldorf set for later Wednesday. (dpa)

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