National team manager Ståle Solbakken received the award, expressing it as the highest recognition in Norwegian football. He shared the honor with all grassroots football clubs and workers throughout the country.
The award recognizes the team's performances that have engaged and delighted fans across Norway, creating moments of celebration and unity from rural areas to cities. Kniksen's honorary award is considered the highest honor in Norwegian football, named after legendary player Roald 'Kniksen' Jensen.