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Norway scores four times in Group I opener against Iraq

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Norway scores four times in Group I opener against Iraq
Summary

Norway secured a dominant 4-1 victory over Iraq in their first World Cup match since 1998 at Boston Stadium on June 16. Erling Haaland netted two goals, and an own goal by Iraq's Aymen Hussein, along with a third goal from Leo Ostigard, added to Iraq's woes. Despite Iraq equalizing once, defensive mistakes led to their downfall. Norway now tops Group I and will face Senegal next in New York/New Jersey on June 19.

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  • •Erling Haaland scored two goals for Norway.
  • •Norway leads Group I after the win over Iraq.
  • •Norway's Leo Ostigard added a goal after coming off the bench.
  • •Aymen Hussein scored an own goal for Iraq.
  • •Norway next faces Senegal on June 19.
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  • 2:31 AMYahoo Sports — Here's how Norway capitalized on Iraq mistakes to win World Cup match
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Norway advances to meet Senegal in New York/New Jersey next time out Monday night. France will take on Iraq in an earlier match in Philadelphia.

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