Before leaving for the 2026 World Cup, the Norwegian team made global fans pay attention with a unique photo set. Erling Haaland and his teammates transformed into Viking warriors, ready for a new expedition.
According to studies, more than 1,000 years ago, Vikings crossed the Atlantic Ocean and set foot in North America centuries before Christopher Columbus. And now, that image is unexpectedly recreated in a bold way by the Norwegian team before the World Cup.
Haaland and his teammates put on Viking costumes, holding weapons, standing next to a narrow bay covered in epic colors, behind are long boats typical of Northern Europeans. All create a scene like a group of warriors preparing to set sail for a new conquest.
The photo set was taken in Oslo last weekend, under the lens of famous photographer David Yarrow. This is an idea cherished by the Norwegian Football Federation to mark the first time the national team has returned to the World Cup after 28 years of absence. Instead of following the beaten path, Norway decided to take advantage of the national historical symbol to create a unique mark.
The Norwegian team just had a favorable warm-up when they easily defeated Sweden with a score of 3-1 despite Haaland's absence. This victory further strengthens the belief that Norway possesses a quality team and is completely ready to become the dark horse of this year's World Cup finals.
