Erling Haaland Set for 2026 World Cup Debut with Norway
Star striker Erling Haaland is scheduled to make his inaugural World Cup appearance when Norway faces Iraq at Boston Stadium on Tuesday. Norway's head coach, Ståle Solbakken, expressed high confidence in Haaland's abilities and current form. The 58-year-old coach praised Haaland as "the world’s best goalscorer" and noted his improved performance in training sessions.
Erling Haaland is poised to make his highly anticipated debut at the 2026 World Cup. The Norwegian forward is set to play his first World Cup match when Norway meets Iraq on Tuesday at the Boston Stadium.
Norway's head coach, Ståle Solbakken, 58, has voiced strong support for Haaland ahead of the tournament. Solbakken described Haaland as "the world’s best goalscorer," emphasizing the striker's physical readiness for the competition. The coach also observed that Haaland "has gradually played better and better in training."
The Boston Stadium carries historical significance, having been the venue where football legend Diego Maradona played his final World Cup match for Argentina against Nigeria in 1994. Then known as the Foxboro Stadium, it will now host the start of Haaland’s World Cup journey 32 years later.
(Source: Guardian Football)
