Blindheim grew up in Bergen and aspired to be a professional footballer from a young age.
[4] It was during this time that she decided to aspire to be a manager in the Eliteserien, the top tier of Norwegian men's football.
[5] The news of her appointment led to significant international media coverage of both her and the club.
[8] Following that spell, however, the team's form worsened and they had one draw and seven losses, meaning that they were seventh in the league.
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