Norway recorded a 3-1 victory at home to Cyprus but it was not enough for Egil Olsen's side to edge out Portugal for a place in the UEFA EURO 2012 play-offs.
The next round of the UEFA EURO 2012 qualifiers will see a derby atmosphere as Germany take on Turkey in Berlin to see who can gain control of Group A, while Portugal have a must-win game as they host Denmark.
Belarus won 1-0 in France as Portugal were held 4-4 by visiting Cyprus, while Italy's Antonio Cassano, Fernando Torres of Spain and England talisman Wayne Rooney inspired victories.
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™
Lowly Cyprus are confident of causing a major upset when they kick off against world champions Italy in their Group 8 qualifier on Saturday.
