After shining with a double to help Norway defeat Brazil 2-1 in the 1/8 round of the 2026 World Cup, Erling Haaland shared special feelings about the historic victory of his home team.
The 25-year-old striker said that what he regrets most at this time is not being able to directly integrate into the festive atmosphere taking place throughout Norway.
I wish I was on the streets celebrating with everyone. The whole of Norway deserves to enjoy this moment. Enjoy it, because this is really crazy," Haaland shared after the match.
The Norwegian striker also said that he is in his best form since the beginning of the tournament. He continued to show efficiency in front of the goal when scoring both goals, making a great contribution to helping his team create one of the biggest surprises in the round of 16.
Assessing his performance, Haaland said: "If I have one or two chances, I usually score. I also don't know how I do it.
Besides the joy of victory, the striker born in 2000 also sent a message to young players at home. He hopes the team's success at the 2026 World Cup will become a source of inspiration for many talents to continue pursuing their dream of wearing the national team jersey.
I hope all young people who watch this interview will think that playing for Norway is one of the proudest things in life," Haaland emphasized.
The victory over Brazil helps Norway reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time. According to the schedule, Haaland and his teammates will face the winner in the match between England and Mexico to compete for a ticket to the semi-finals.
