Heggebo inspired by Haaland and Heggem's World Cup run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 5:38 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
West Bromwich Albion's Aune Heggebo expressed his admiration for Erling Haaland and Torbjorn Heggem after Norway's advancement to the World Cup quarter-finals. Heggebo noted their contributions, including Haaland's seven goals and Heggem's strong defense, as pivotal in Norway defeating Brazil 2-1 in the last 16. He described the moment as historical and shared his feelings of excitement and pride in seeing their success inspire fans in Norway. Looking ahead, Norway is set to face England in Miami on Saturday, with Heggebo expressing a desire to be part of such a significant team.
- •Aune Heggebo praises Haaland and Heggem for their impact.
- •Norway reaches the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time.
- •Haaland scored both goals in Norway's win over Brazil.
- •Heggebo hopes to join Norway's national team in the future.
- •Norway will face England next in Miami on Saturday.
- 5:38 PMYahoo Sports — Haaland & Heggem inspiring Baggies' striker Heggebo
"West Bromwich Albion striker Aune Heggebo says watching Erling Haaland and his old Baggies team-mate Torbjorn Heggem exploits for Norway at the World Cup has been amazing.
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