Erling Haaland picks France to win World Cup after Norway's progress
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 3:40 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Erling Haaland has chosen France as his pick for the World Cup winner, after Norway secured a place in the knockout rounds with a 3-2 win over Senegal. In a candid interview, Haaland expressed indifference towards Norway's upcoming match against France, highlighting the strength of the French team, which has scored six goals in two games. Despite Norway's first World Cup appearance since 1998, the team celebrated reaching the next stage with a viral 'Viking Row' performance. Haaland noted the significance of this moment for the team and its fans.
- •Norway advances to knockout rounds after beating Senegal 3-2.
- •Haaland ties with Kylian Mbappé in Golden Boot standings with four goals.
- •Haaland believes France could win the entire tournament.
- •Norway fans celebrate with a viral 'Viking Row' during matches.
- •This marks Norway's first World Cup appearance since 1998.
- 3:40 AMYahoo Sports — Who is Erling Haaland's pick to win World Cup? Hint: It's not Norway
"Erling Haaland has four goals for Norway, tying him with Kylian Mbappé for second in the World Cup Golden Boot race. But he's also refreshingly honest.
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