Haaland’s double fires Norway to historic World Cup quarter‑final over Brazil

Erling Haaland scored both goals as Norway beat Brazil 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 on July 5 at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, securing the nation’s first ever quarter‑final place. He also led the iconic “Viking Row” drum celebration in front of massed supporters after the win.

For Nigerian football fans, this result shows that a team once considered an outsider can defeat a traditional powerhouse through talent, belief and hard work – a lesson that resonates with African nations chasing their own World Cup dreams. Haaland’s seventh goal of the tournament puts him level with Messi and Mbappe at the top of the scoring charts, underlining why many Nigerians admire him in the Premier League.

Norway will face either Mexico or England in the quarter‑final on July 11 in Miami. Fans can watch Haaland’s continued quest for goals and consider how his relentless work‑ethic and confidence might inspire local players or youth programmes back home.

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/07/06/norway-dance-to-haalands-beat-in-surreal-world-cup-run/