“You have to commend them for the quality of the pitch,” Solskjaer said, “it’s been great.”

Not only has the turf been good, but the sight of the ocean swell and the taste of sea air has made it feel like home for the Norwegian.

“The hotel has been superb with us,” he enthused, “and the scenery here… I love to see the ocean, it’s like being back home. Some fresh air is important.”

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