Erling Haaland scores: Norway star dons cowboy, Viking gear after his late goal secured a 2-1 win over Ivory Coast in the World Cup round of 32, sending Norway into the last 16.
Following the victory, the 25-year-old striker posted two playful photos on X wearing cowboy boots and a cowboy hat, with the caption “Howdy!” He also celebrated by sharing a picture of himself in a Viking horned helmet and Norway’s national team jersey, adding a Norway flag emoji and a red heart emoji. Erling Haaland scores not only lit up the field but also social media after the match.
The goal marked a personal milestone for Haaland, who became the fastest player to reach 60 international goals for Norway. His 86th-minute strike against Ivory Coast sealed the win and avoided extra time. “I was dead tired, so I thought, ‘I can’t cope with extra time, so we have to score,’” Haaland told Norwegian broadcaster TV2.
Ivory Coast put up a spirited performance in their first-ever World Cup knockout fixture, but Erling Haaland scores proved decisive. The round of 32 match was historic for Ivory Coast, though their tournament ended there.
Norway now faces tournament favorites Brazil in the round of 16, with momentum building around their star striker. Erling Haaland scores continue to drive Norway’s World Cup journey, blending historic achievements with lighthearted celebrations.