Soccer-Norway's Haaland sparkles on World Cup debut with two goals for 4-1 victory over Iraq
Erling Haaland scored two goals in his World Cup debut, leading Norway to a 4-1 victory over Iraq. The match marked Norway's return to the tournament after a 28-year absence.
Why it matters
Haaland's performance is a significant milestone in international football, drawing global attention to Norway's competitive standing.
FOXBOROUGH, Mass., June 16 (Reuters) - Norway's prolific striker Erling Haaland bagged two goals in his maiden World Cup appearance on Tuesday to guide his team to an opening 4-1 Group I victory over Iraq, and put down a marker for the tournament.
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