National team manager Ståle Solbakken received the award on behalf of the team. 'It is a great honor to receive this, it is the biggest one can get in Norwegian football,' he said, adding that he shared the prize with all of Norwegian football.
The Kniksen's honorary prize is awarded by Norwegian Top Football to individuals or teams who have made special contributions to Norwegian football. Named after Roald 'Kniksen' Jensen, it is considered the highest honor in Norwegian football.