Haaland, Norway and World Cup
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Norway stunned five-time champions Brazil in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, with Erling Haaland scoring both goals. This historic victory, their first quarter-final appearance since 1998, was celebrated with their signature 'Viking Row' chant.
There's no doubt Erling Haaland is a breakout star of the World Cup, both on and off the pitch. The striker scored two late goals on Sunday as Norway stunned Brazil to reach the W
Erling Haaland scored twice in the final 12 minutes to lift Norway past five-time champions Brazil 2-1 in the World Cup Round of 16 on July 5, 2026, sending Norway to its first-ever quarterfinal. Haaland's brace pulled him level with Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe atop the Golden Boot race with seven goals.
According to FIFA's official website, the Viking Row traces its origins to December 2025, when Norwegian fan Ole Froystad, now affectionately known as "Mr Row Row," came up with the concept inspired by Viking rowing traditions.
Norway star Erling Haaland took the lead in the post-match celebrations after helping his side to a stunning FIFA World Cup win over Brazil.
A humanoid robot named Atlas, built by Boston Dynamics and owned by Hyundai, delivered the World Cup match ball to the referee during Norway-Brazil.
The Manchester City striker has now scored in 14 consecutive international matches, netting 27 goals during that incredible run. With seven goals in just four World Cup matches, Haaland is tied with Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé in the race for the Golden Boot.
Erling Haaland posted a 3-word message after Norway stunned Brazil 2-1 in the World Cup, with Haaland scoring twice late.
ERLING HAALAND received a royal greeting from the future Queen of Norway after sending his nation through to the World Cup quarter-finals. The 25-year-old was embraced by Princess Ingrid Alexandra
Norway’s World Cup celebrations have hit royal status. After knocking Brazil out of the World Cup, Norway’s future queen Ingrid Alexandra and her brother Prince Sverre Magnus,
Erling Haaland got on the board twice against Brazil in the World Cup round of 16.
Erling Haaland stood on the pitch in Dallas, a goofy grin across his face and a Viking helmet atop his head at a jaunty angle. It was celebrated by players and fans joining together in their now iconic Viking Row celebration - conducted by Martin Odegaard on the drum.
