Norway player ratings vs Iraq: Welcome to the party, Erling Haaland! Two-goal striker gets dark horses off the mark in hard-fought opening World Cup win
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Norway defeated Iraq 4-1 in their opening FIFA World Cup match, led by two goals from Erling Haaland. Despite a shaky start, Norway dominated the game in Boston to secure a crucial victory in the 'Group of Death'.
Why it matters
The match marks a significant return for Norway to the World Cup stage and highlights the impact of star players like Haaland on tournament outcomes.
Erling Haaland was the predictable protagonist as Norway picked up a crucial 4-1 victory over Iraq in their first World Cup match since 1998 on Tuesday. The Manchester City striker s first-half brace proved to be decisive, helping to ensure the dark horses made a winning start in Boston in the so-called Group of Death .
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