Riise relishing Scotland challenge

John Arne Riise believes Norway will have to be at the top of their game to have any hope of taking maximum points from Scotland. George Burley's men head into the World Cup qualifier hoping to claim another three points after bouncing back from defeat in their opening match in Macedonia with a win in Iceland. As the home nation, the Scots will be favourites but Riise insists the clash at Hampden is one the Vikings are relishing. "The atmosphere is going to be unbelievable," he said. "I've told a few of the boys that we have to come here and enjoy it because there aren't many times in your career you can play in front of these kind of fans. "But we know it's going to be difficult. Scotland are a very good team at home and we know we will have to be at our best to get a result." Riise was part of the Norway side who earned a... [read full story]