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Erling Haaland leads Norway to historic World Cup quarter-final

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 2:15 AM

Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Erling Haaland leads Norway to historic World Cup quarter-final

Summary

Erling Haaland's goal-scoring prowess has propelled Norway into the quarter-finals of the World Cup for the first time after a victory over Brazil. Norway's coach, Stale Solbakken, lauded Haaland as the world's best goalscorer, citing his seven goals in four matches. Haaland is proud of the team's achievements, stating he never expected to win against Brazil. Norway is now set to face either Mexico or England on July 11 in Miami. Haaland's impact has inspired the team and the nation, making their World Cup run a surreal experience.

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By the Numbers

•Norway defeats Brazil to reach the quarter-finals
•Erling Haaland scores late winner against Brazil
•Haaland has seven goals in four matches
•Norway's next match is July 11 against Mexico or England
•This is Norway's first World Cup since 1998

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2:15 AMYahoo Sports — Norway dance to Haaland's beat in 'surreal' World Cup run

What they're saying

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Erling Haaland led Norway's now-famous "Viking Row" celebrations by banging the drum in front of their massed supporters after the win over Brazil -- and the team is dancing to his beat after reaching a first-ever World Cup quarter-final."I dreamed of playing in the World Cup with Norway and taking them to the World Cup, but I never expected to win against Brazil, let's be honest," said Haaland.
— Yahoo Sports

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