Haaland scores twice as Norway defeats Brazil 2-1 in World Cup

Erling Haaland said Norway's dramatic victory over Brazil will be remembered as the greatest result in the country's football history after his two goals secured a 2-1 win and a place in the World Cup quarterfinals. The Manchester City striker produced a match-winning display at MetLife Stadium, taking his tournament tally to seven goals and…

Erling Haaland said his two-goal match-winning performance in Norway's 2-1 World Cup round-of-16 victory against Brazil capped an "insane" day in his country's history -- and its greatest game.

Norway striker Erling Haaland said the 2-1 win over Brazil in the last 16 of the World Cup on Sunday was something he'd "never dreamed of"."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.

Coach calls it ‘greatest day’ in country’s football history Neymar appears to announce Brazil retirement Ståle Solbakken called it “the greatest day in Norwegian football history” while Erling Haaland labelled it one of “the sickest”. One thing is for certain, however: Norway are through to the quarter-finals of the World Cup for the first time after deservedly beating Brazil. A late brace from Haaland decided the contest, with the final score 2-1, and immediately caused chaos back home. Tens of thousands took to the streets of Oslo in the early hours to celebrate, including an impromptu gathering at the royal palace, where fans were greeted by Crown Prince ‌Haakon, who was wearing a Norway scarf. Continue reading...