Erling Haaland-led World Cup run is stirring up soccer pride for Norway fans at home and abroad

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Erling Haaland led Norway to their first World Cup quarterfinals by scoring both goals in a 2-1 win over Brazil, while Norway fans celebrated extensively at home. Haaland highlighted the sense of national pride stirred by the team's success.

Erling Haaland banged the drum to lead Norway fans in the Viking Row that has become a signature part of the World Cup. After celebrating carrying his nation into the quarterfinals of the tournament for the first time by scoring both goals in a 2-1 win over Brazil on Sunday, his thoughts drifted to the scene back home where tens of thousands of Norwegians partied into the night. “Look at the streets in Norway,” Haaland said.