How easy is it for you to learn German?
Jorde: I understand certain words on the pitch and in meetings – at least if they’re said slowly and in short sentences. It's very difficult as soon as somebody talks faster with greater complexity. (laughs) At the same time, some words are similar to Norwegian and English and I can figure out certain sentences. I'm very much looking forward to understanding the language more and more over time.
The move to Germany was not just a big step for you in terms of football. What's it like being so far away from home at the age of 19?
Jorde: I've always lived with my family and in familiar surroundings so there really are a lot of new things here for me as a young woman. But I really feel at home, I've moved into a nice flat and also had people visit from back home including my mother and my boyfriend.
How do you spend your time away from the pitch?
Jorde: Phew, there’s a lot going on. I spent five hours at IKEA once sorting out the flat. (laughs) There are always forms that need filling in. So there isn't a lot of time away from the football. But I'm confident that everything will be more relaxed in the coming weeks. Perhaps then I'll look out for a hobby apart from the fact I want to spend a lot of time with the other girls. But the main focus is on football.
