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World Cup 2026: Haaland double powers Norway to winning start against Iraq

Erling Haaland #9 of Norway celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between Iraq and Norway at Boston Stadium on June 16, 2026 in Foxborough.
Erling Haaland of Norway celebrates after scoring his team's opener at Boston Stadium on June 16, 2026. © Justin Setterfield, Getty Images via AP

Erling Haaland scored twice on his World Cup debut as Norway got their campaign off to a flying start with a 4-1 over a valiant Iraqi side, who were playing on football's biggest stage for the first time in 40 years.

Erling Haaland sparkled on his World Cup debut as Norway defeated Iraq 4-1 on Tuesday in their Group I match to make a winning return to the tournament 28 years after their last appearance.

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