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Haaland meets Ibrahimovic after Norway's World Cup quarterfinal exit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 4:25 AM

Last updated Jul 14, 2026

Haaland meets Ibrahimovic after Norway's World Cup quarterfinal exit

Summary

Erling Haaland linked up with Zlatan Ibrahimovic following Norway’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Norway reached the quarterfinals but lost to England 2-1. Haaland celebrated scoring seven goals in five matches during his impressive World Cup debut. Ibrahimovic, now a prominent pundit, shared advice with Haaland on maintaining his long hair for strength. Haaland expressed pride in bringing attention to Norway in the tournament and aims to build on that success in future competitions.

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•Norway exited the World Cup after a quarterfinal loss to England.
•Haaland scored seven goals in five appearances during the tournament.
•Ibrahimovic gave Haaland advice about keeping his hair long.
•Haaland aims to continue building Norway's reputation in soccer.
•The meeting between Haaland and Ibrahimovic was highlighted on social media.

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4:25 AMYahoo Sports — Erling Haaland Links Up With Zlatan Ibrahimovic After World Cup Exit

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After Norway‘s quarterfinal exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, star striker Erling Haaland finally linked up with Zlatan Ibrahimovic.Haaland has been compared to Ibrahimovic due to their tall stature, goal-scoring prowess and long locks.In a post on Zlatan’s Instagram, the two towering strikers finally came together face to face.“The power is in the hair,” […] The post Erling Haaland Links Up With Zlatan Ibrahimovic After World Cup Exit appeared first on HEAVY.
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Yahoo SportsJul 14, 2026, 4:25 AM
Erling Haaland Links Up With Zlatan Ibrahimovic After World Cup Exit
After Norway‘s quarterfinal exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, star striker Erling Haaland finally linked up with Zlatan Ibrahimovic.Haaland has been compared to Ibrahimovic due to their tall stature, goal-scoring prowess and long locks.In a post on Zlatan’s Instagram, the two towering strikers finally came together face to face.“The power is in the hair,” […] The post Erling Haaland Links Up With Zlatan Ibrahimovic After World Cup Exit appeared first on HEAVY.

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