Erling Haaland scores twice in World Cup opener against Iraq
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 1:49 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Erling Haaland scored two goals in Norway's 4-1 victory over Iraq during their World Cup match on June 17, 2026, at Boston Stadium. This marked Norway's first World Cup win since 1998. Despite his performance, Haaland declined to claim the title of world's best goalscorer, citing Harry Kane's higher total of 36 goals this season. Haaland's goals brought his tally to 57 in 51 appearances for Norway, further establishing him as the national team's all-time leading scorer. He emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and calm ahead of upcoming matches.
- •Norway defeats Iraq 4-1 in World Cup opener.
- •Haaland nets two goals to increase his tally to 57.
- •He declines to assert himself as the best goalscorer.
- •Norway's victory is their first in a World Cup since 1998.
- •Match took place at Boston Stadium on June 17, 2026.
- 1:49 AMYahoo Sports — Erling Haaland says 'No, I'm not' the best goalscorer in the world
"Erling Haaland scored two goals against Iraq to give Norway its first World Cup win since 1998. He still says he's not the world's best goalscorer.
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