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Iraq vs Norway FIFA World Cup 2026 Highlights: Norway started their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a commanding 4-1 victory over Iraq. The match saw Erling Haaland deliver a standout performance, scoring twice and guiding his team to a comfortable win.
Match Details: IRQ vs NOR
- Match: Iraq vs Norway
- Tournament: FIFA World Cup 2026
- Stage: Group Stage
- Result: Norway won by 4-1
- Venue: Gillette Stadium
- Kick-off: 03:30 AM
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Match Summary
Norway dominated large parts of the game with high pressing and quick attacking play. Iraq managed to level the score early, but Norway’s quality in the final third made the difference.
Erling Haaland opened the scoring in the 29th minute, but Iraq responded through Ayman Hussein’s header to make it 1-1. Just before halftime, Haaland struck again after a defensive mistake to restore Norway’s lead.
In the second half, Norway took complete control. Leo Østigård extended the lead with a header from a Martin Ødegaard corner, and in stoppage time, Iraq conceded an own goal, sealing a 4-1 defeat.
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First Half Highlights
- 29’ – Erling Haaland (0-1): Clinical finish to put Norway ahead
- Ayman Hussein (1-1): Equalised with a strong header
- Haaland (1-2): Second goal after Iraq defensive error
Half-Time Score: Iraq 1–2 Norway
Second Half Highlights
- 76’ – Leo Østigård (1-3): Header from Ødegaard corner
- Stoppage Time – Own Goal (1-4): Iraq mistake under pressure
Norway controlled possession and limited Iraq’s chances in the second half.
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Player of the Match: Erling Haaland
- 2 Goals scored
- Constant attacking threat
- Took advantage of defensive errors
- Delivered in his first major World Cup match
Final Summary
Iraq showed early fight by equalising, but Norway’s attacking strength and Haaland’s finishing ability decided the game. With this 4-1 win, Norway made a strong statement in their World Cup 2026 journey.
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