Team Norway at the 2027 WJC: Roster, Schedule, History & Predictions
Team Norway returns to the World Junior Championship 2027 after two editions. They were relegated from the top division after losing to Germany in the 2024 relegation game. After winning Division I in 2026, they returned to the top division. They will face top young teams in Alberta.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Tournament Name | IIHF World Junior Championship 2027 |
| Dates | Dec 26, 2026 – Jan 5, 2027 |
| Team Group | B |
| Venue | Rogers Place, Edmonton |
| Head Coach | Ole-Kristian Tollefsen |
| General Manager | Tommy Lund |
| Recent Finish | 1st in Division I-A in 2026 (Promoted) |
| WJC Gold Titles | 0 |
| Last Update | Oct 13, 2026 |
In the Team Norway 2027 World Junior Championship guide, we cover their schedule, projected roster, lineups, key players, strengths, weaknesses, history, and our expert’s prediction on their survival chances in Edmonton.
Norway’s Schedule at the 2027 World Juniors
Norway is in Group B and will play all its group-stage games at Rogers Place in Edmonton. They will face Canada, Czechia, Switzerland, and Latvia in the preliminary round. Canada is hosting the 2027 tournament.
| Date | Opponent | Time (MT) | Time (ET) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 26, 2026 | Czechia | 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM | Rogers Place, Edmonton |
| Dec 27, 2026 | Switzerland | 5:00 PM | 7:00 PM | Rogers Place, Edmonton |
| Dec 29, 2026 | Canada | 5:00 PM | 7:00 PM | Rogers Place, Edmonton |
| Dec 30, 2026 | Latvia | 1:00 PM | 3:00 PM | Rogers Place, Edmonton |
Norway will play against Czechia in the first game of the tournament on Dec 26, 2026. View the complete schedule for this edition.
Complete Team Norway Roster for 2027
Team Norway has not announced its official roster yet. It is expected in early December after their selection camp. As a newly promoted team, Norway will focus on structured defense and survival in the top division. Our projected Roster includes 14 forwards, 8 defensemen, and 3 goalies.
Forward
| Player | Pos | Shoots | Height | Weight | Current Team | NHL Rights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niklas Aaram-Olsen | RW/LW | L | 6’1″ | 183 lbs | Boston University (NCAA) | Vancouver Canucks (2026, R2 #41) |
| Tinus Luc Koblar | C | L | 6’3″ | 198 lbs | Rögle BK (SHL) | Toronto Maple Leafs (2025, R2 #64) |
| Casper Kjølmoen | RW | L | 5’11” | 168 lbs | Luleå HF U20 (U20 Nationell) | Undrafted |
| Kristoffer Sandnes | F | L | 6’2″ | 187 lbs | Leksands IF U20 (U20 Nationell) | Undrafted |
| Mikkel Eriksen | C | L | 5’11” | 187 lbs | Mora IK (HockeyAllsvenskan) | New York Rangers (2025, R4 #111) |
| Linus Loob Trygg | F | L | 6’1″ | 179 lbs | Färjestad BK U20 (U20 Nationell) | Undrafted |
| Felix Alexander Kvernstad | F | L | 5’11” | 176 lbs | Leksands IF U20 (U20 Nationell) | 2027 Draft Eligible |
| Snorre Wick Karlsen | C | L | 5’7″ | 154 lbs | Stavanger Oilers U20 (Norway U20) | Undrafted |
| Sjur Østbø | F | R | 5’9″ | 168 lbs | Stavanger Oilers U20 (Norway U20) | Undrafted |
| Herman Sveinhaug-Arnestad | F | L | 6’0″ | 170 lbs | Storhamar U20 (Norway U20) | Undrafted |
| William Hille Olsen | C/W | L | 5’11” | 192 lbs | Manglerud (Norway2) | Undrafted |
| Birk Hjelmås | F | L | 6’0″ | 172 lbs | Stavanger Oilers U20 (Norway U20) | Undrafted |
| Romeo Edvardsen Sørensen | F | L | 6’1″ | 187 lbs | Färjestad BK U20 (U20 Nationell) | Undrafted |
| Mats Livermore Nagell | F | L | 6’3″ | 170 lbs | Vålerenga (Norway) | Undrafted |
Defensemen
| Player | Shoots | Height | Weight | Current Team | NHL Rights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simen Støve Bråstein | L | 6’0″ | 183 lbs | Stavanger Oilers (Norway) | Undrafted |
| Fredrik Tunge Lunde | R | 6’1″ | 185 lbs | Stavanger Oilers (Norway) | Undrafted |
| Christoffer Torstensen | L | 6’0″ | 161 lbs | Storhamar U20 (Norway U20) | Undrafted |
| Alexander Moltu Kiønig | R | 6’0″ | 198 lbs | Des Moines Buccaneers (USHL) | Undrafted |
| Sondre Berg | L | 5’11” | 187 lbs | Storhamar (Norway) | Undrafted |
| Nils Sunde | L | 6’2″ | 205 lbs | Frisk Asker (Norway) | Undrafted |
| Noah Alme Bjerke-Narud | TBD | 6’0″ | 196 lbs | Storhamar U20 (Norway U20) | Undrafted |
| Marius Kristian Määttänen | R | 5’7″ | 154 lbs | Vålerenga (Norway) | Undrafted |
Goaltender
| Player | Catches | Height | Weight | Current Team | NHL Rights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Felix Timraz-Westin | L | 6’6″ | 209 lbs | Växjö Lakers HC U20 (U20 Nationell) | 2027 Draft Eligible |
| Maximilliam Vatn Aas | R | 6’2″ | 168 lbs | Färjestad BK (Sweden) | 2027 Draft Eligible |
| Olivers Freimanis | L | 5’11” | 176 lbs | Stavanger Oilers U20 (Norway U20) | Undrafted |
Coaching & Management Staff
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| General Manager | Tommy Lund |
| Head Coach | Ole-Kristian Tollefsen |
| Assistant Coach | Martin Fossli |
| Assistant Coach | Marius Holtet |
| Goaltending Coach | Peter Andersson |
Projected Line Combination
Forward Lines
Defensive Pairings
Goaltending Depth Chart
Key Players to Watch
Tinus Luc Koblar (C, Toronto Maple Leafs)
Koblar is Norway’s best offensive player. Toronto selected him 64th overall in the 2025 draft and signed him to a three-year entry-level contract. He was named the tournament’s best forward in Division I-A after recording 10 points in 5 games.
Niklas Aaram-Olsen (RW, Vancouver Canucks)
Aaram-Olsen became the second Norwegian ever drafted by the Vancouver Canucks. Vancouver selected him 41st overall in 2026 after he recorded 40 points in 29 games with Örebro’s junior team. He also scored 10 points in Division I-A. He now plays college hockey as a freshman at Boston University.
Mikkel Eriksen (C, New York Rangers)
Eriksen is the responsible two-way center behind Koblar. The Rangers drafted him 111th overall in 2025. He plays senior hockey on loan at Mora IK in HockeyAllsvenskan. He already has senior World Championship experience from last spring.
Maximilliam Vatn Aas (G)
Vatn Aas is the biggest storyline on this roster. He is 17 years old and has never played a minute at the Under-20 Worlds. Both of Norway’s Division I-A goalies aged out, so he will battle Felix Timraz-Westin for the crease.
Casper Kjølmoen (RW)
Kjølmoen went unpicked in the 2026 NHL Draft despite ranking among Norway’s top prospects. He plays for Luleå in Sweden’s junior league and produces at over a point per game. His speed stands out on the forecheck. He is eligible again in 2027, and a strong tournament in Edmonton would help his case.
Fredrik Tunge Lunde (D)
Lunde is the team’s most steady defenseman. He returns from the promotion team and now plays senior hockey for Stavanger. His right-handed shot helps the power play. Norway needs his calm minutes against Canada and the Czech Republic.
Team Norway Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
Weaknesses
Norway at Previous World Juniors (History)
Norway has never won a medal at the U-20 World Junior Championship. They placed 6th in the 1990 tournament, and that’s their best performance. Recently, they won a gold medal in Division I-A in 2026.
| Year | Finish | Division / Tier |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1st Place (Gold – Promoted) | Division I, Group A |
| 2025 | 3rd Place | Division I, Group A |
| 2024 | 10th Place (Relegated) | Top Division |
| 2023 | 1st Place (Gold – Promoted) | Division I, Group A |
| 2022 | 3rd Place | Division I, Group A |
| 2021 | Tournament Cancelled | Division I, Group A |
| 2020 | 4th Place | Division I, Group A |
Prediction About the Norway Team in the 2027 Edition
Norway’s goal is clear: stay in the top division. The December 30 match against Latvia will likely decide which team goes to the relegation game. Canada, Czechia, and Switzerland are out of reach. We predict Norway beats Latvia, finishes fourth in Group B, and stays up.
Conclusion
Team Norway returns to the 2027 World Junior Championship with up to nine eligible returnees from the Division I Group A gold-winning squad. Their goal is to stay in the top division. Staying in the top division would be a strong result for Norway in 2027.
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