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How Haaland fired Norway to the World Cup

How Haaland fired Norway to the World Cup

Summary

Erling Haaland, a striker for Manchester City, helped Norway qualify for the World Cup by scoring 16 goals in 8 qualifying matches. Norway's victory in Italy secured their spot in the tournament, and it will be their first World Cup appearance since Euro 2000.

Key Facts

  • Erling Haaland scored 16 goals in 8 World Cup qualifying matches.
  • Norway beat Italy 4-1, ensuring a spot in the upcoming World Cup.
  • This World Cup will be Norway's first major tournament since Euro 2000.
  • Haaland has scored 55 goals in 48 matches for Norway.
  • Martin Odegaard, Norway's captain, has the most assists in European qualifying.
  • Norway has only qualified for the World Cup four times before: 1938, 1994, 1998, and now 2026.
  • Haaland's performance in qualifying makes him the top scorer across all continents for the 2026 World Cup.
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