Julian Ryerson
DortmundRB
Possession Builder
Nov 17, 1997 (28)
Right
6'0"
190 lb
Set for rest due to minor injury
Ryerson is not expected to be dealing with a serious injury and should be an option for the team, but will likely be rested to face France on Friday, according to Patrick Berger of Sky Sports.
Analysis: Ryerson was a worry for Norway after their great start to the tournament, but looks to now be dealing with only a minor injury, avoiding anything serious. This is major news for the team, as he has been a starter on the right side of the defense. However, he is unlikely to be risked against France as they try to avoid further injury, leaving Marcus Pedersen as a possible replacement at right-back.
Status for France game unclear
Ryerson (thigh) was substituted after just 13 minutes of Monday's 3-2 victory over Senegal, with coach Stale Solbakken confirming the decision to start him was a calculated gamble that did not pay off, according to VG. "He trained a little on and off. We had a conversation with him this morning, and then he wanted to try. He has played with such pain before, but it just got worse and worse, and then I just decided to take him out."
Analysis: Ryerson had been carrying a thigh issue since the match against Iraq and had already informed the coaching staff on Monday morning that he was struggling, prompting Marcus Pedersen to prepare for the possibility of starting. Norway's team doctor said it was too early to determine the full extent of the injury, leaving Ryerson's availability for the upcoming clash against France genuinely uncertain.
Subs off early against Senegal
Ryerson was forced to abandon Monday's clash against Senegal after suffering an injury in the opening minutes of the game.
Analysis: Ryerson had an active start to the match but lasted only 13 minutes on the pitch during the second group-stage game. Prior to the issue, the wide player had yet to leave the field during the competition and was one of Norway's main set-piece takers. He's now at risk of missing the next meeting with France, with Marcus Pedersen available to take his place. Still, the exact severity of the injury remains unclear.
Creates three chances in win
Ryerson registered nine crosses (four accurate) and four corners in Tuesday's 4-1 win versus Iraq.
Analysis: Ryerson handled the majority of Norway's set pieces and was a persistent threat with his overlapping runs and delivery from the right. He topped the team in crosses sent with nine and chances created with three, and remained solid defensively too, contributing four tackles (three won) and one clearance.
Right-back for Norway
Ryerson is expected to be the starting right-back for Norway at the 2026 World Cup.
Analysis: Ryerson is on the Norway side for the World Cup and will be a starter in most cases, set to serve at right-back. He will be a solid two-way player, not only a decent defender but showing solid playmaking from the flanks on his best days. He is coming off a season with 15 assists on 56 chances created and seven clean sheets in 26 starts (31 appearances) in Dortmund, although this is from a bit more attacking role than he will see with Norway. Either way, he will be a decent shout for a defensive pick, as his forward movement could see him with numerous crosses and chances created. He will also take some duties on corner kicks, although Martin Odegaard is more likely to be the main set-piece taker.
Assists once from 15 crosses
Ryerson assisted once to go with 15 crosses (seven accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Werder Bremen.
Analysis: Ryerson assisted Serhou Guirassy as he opened the scoring for Dortmund as they went on to win 2-0 against Werder Bremen. Ryerson picked up his 15th assist of the season, which has included three in his last four games. He attempted 15 or more crosses for the fifth time this season. With three corners he continued his run as Dormtmund's main set-piece taker.
Single assist in win
Ryerson assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Friday's 3-2 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt.
Analysis: Ryerson got in on the goalscoring fun during Friday's win, adding an assist while building a nice floor of some major volume. He took four corners and sent in nine crosses during the win. Ryerson's role on set-pieces keeps him in with some strong upside, and the solid attack around him means he can contribute in every match.
Assists with lone chance created
Ryerson had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot and crossing 10 times (two accurate) during Sunday's 4-0 win over Freiburg.
Analysis: Ryerson set up Ramy Bensebaini in the 31st minute assisting Dortmund's third goal while leading the team in crosses. The assist was the first since March 14th for the wing-back as he's combined for four chances created and 32 crosses over his last three appearances.
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