52.4%career wins
834games managed
1World Cup
About
Ståle Solbakken is a Norwegian professional football manager and former midfielder currently serving as the head coach of the Norway national team. Known for his successful managerial spells, particularly at FC Copenhagen, he led Norway to their first World Cup appearance in decades for the 2026 tournament. During his playing career, he was a key figure for Norway before a serious heart condition ended his time on the pitch.
This World Cup
66.7%
win rate · Norway
- 6Games played
- 4Wins
- 0Draws
- 2Losses
World Cup appearances
2026
Norway
Group stage
FIFA World Cup finals reached as head coach.
Managerial career
| Team | Years | P | W | D | L | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norway Norway | 2020– | 58 | 34 | 11 | 13 | 58.6% |
| FC Copenhagen Denmark | 2013–2020 | 384 | 203 | 79 | 102 | 52.9% |
| Wolverhampton Wanderers England | 2012–2013 | 30 | 10 | 5 | 15 | 33.3% |
| 1. FC Köln Germany | 2011–2012 | 31 | 8 | 5 | 18 | 25.8% |
| FC Copenhagen Denmark | 2006–2011 | 239 | 145 | 48 | 46 | 60.7% |
| Hamarkameratene Norway | 2002–2005 | 92 | 37 | 24 | 31 | 40.2% |
| Total | 834 | 437 | 172 | 225 | 52.4% |
Senior teams managed, most recent first — web-grounded and validated.