Norway's World Cup team features sons of 1994 squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Norway's 2026 World Cup roster includes Erling Haaland, Kristian Thorstvedt, and Alexander Sorloth, all with fathers who played in the 1994 World Cup. The connection highlights Norway's return to the tournament, their first appearance since 1998. Norway's 1994 team, which ended in the group stage, comprised notable players like Alf-Inge Haaland and Erik Thorstvedt. This year marks a significant milestone as Norway aims to build on the legacy set by the 1994 squad, hoping to achieve greater success on the world stage.
- •Erling Haaland's father, Alf-Inge, played in 1994.
- •Kristian Thorstvedt's dad, Erik, was also on the 1994 roster.
- •Alexander Sorloth is the son of Goran Sorloth, a 1994 player.
- •Norway last participated in the World Cup in 1998.
- •Norway's 1994 squad finished last in their group despite narrow margins.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Norway's 1994 World Cup roster: How Erling Haaland, Kristian Thorstvedt, Alex Sorloth followed in dads' footsteps
"The 2026 World Cup is a family affair for Norway.
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