Haaland shines, Norway crushes Italy to advance to 2026 World Cup

Erling Haaland scored a classy double in Norway's 4-1 victory in Italy, thereby helping the Nordic team officially win a ticket to the 2026 World Cup finals.

Na

The two teams entered the match with determination.

In the 11th minute, Eposito opened the score for the home team with a precise shot in the penalty area.

Teammates congratulate Eposito

Haaland and his teammates try to turn the situation around

The first 45 minutes ended with a score of 1-0 in favor of Italy.

After the break, Nusa handled the ball impressively and finished with a left foot shot from a narrow angle to equalize 1-1.

In the 78th minute, Oscar Bobb crossed accurately for Haaland to volley the ball into Donnarumma's net.

Haaland's arrogant celebration

Immediately after that, the Man City striker increased the score to 3-1 with a cutting run and finishing shot.

In the last minute of injury time, substitute striker Strand Larsen scored the fourth goal for Norway.

Norway won the match with great joy

Norway won all 8 group stage matches, ranked first in Group I, and won a ticket to the 2026 World Cup finals.

Photo source: 433, Azzurri, Uefa, The Athletic

Italy vs Norway football results: 2026 World Cup qualifiers

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/ket-qua-bong-da-italia-vs-na-uy-vong-loai-world-cup-2026-2463108.html