Liverpool fan set for World Cup shot 12 years after Anfield dream shattered

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Liverpool fan and former youth prospect Thelo Aasgaard is heading to the World Cup, and 12 years on from being released, he has carved out an impressive career for himselfA former Liverpool prospect is now set to represent his country at the World Cup. He is joined in the Norway squad by the likes of Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard, star names of the Premier League.For his part, Aasgaard now plays his football in Scotland, with Rangers.

Speaking to the BBC, his father recalls asking his son if he was sure he wanted to carry on with football:Thelo Aasgaard broke through at Wigan after previously being released from Liverpool's youth setup.(Image: Pete Norton/Getty Images)"I remember him being obviously a bit upset," Jonathan recounted. Luton snapped him up in January of last year, but following their relegation, he moved north of the border to Rangers.His brief time with the Hatters was notable for one thing: his first Norway call-up.

He scored four of the goals in an 11-1 thumping (although he still managed to get out-scored by Haaland, who netted five).He hasn't found the net for his country since, but he will be dreaming of adding to the tally at the World Cup. That said, even just getting onto the pitch would be a huge pinch-me moment for a player who must have thought his dreams were over at one point.But if he does get his big moment, his dad will be hoping he saves it until after the first game.