Watch: Haaland brings 'Viking row' to Donnarumma's wedding as WC craze lives on
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland led guests in the 'Viking row' celebration at Gianluigi Donnarumma's wedding in Italy. The ritual, which gained popularity during the World Cup, continues to be a viral cultural touchstone for football fans.
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This highlights the enduring cultural impact of sports rituals and the celebrity status of professional athletes in social settings.
NEW DELHI: Manchester City striker Erling Haaland stole the spotlight at teammate Gianluigi Donnarumma's wedding celebrations in Italy by leading guests in the now-famous Viking row, a tradition that became synonymous with Norway's memorable World Cup campaign.A video released by Sky Italia on Saturday showed Haaland beating a drum while encouraging guests to perform the rhythmic rowing motion and chant "Ro", recreating the celebration that went viral throughout the tournament.The clip has quickly spread across social media, delighting fans who embraced the Viking row during Norway's impressive run to the World Cup quarter-finals.World Cup tradition returns at star-studded weddingThe Viking row first gained global attention during the World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, where Norwegian supporters introduced the coordinated chant and rowing movement in the stands.The Norway squad, led by star striker Haaland, soon adopted the ritual after victories, turning it into one of the defining fan…
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