Erling Haaland continued his stunning 2026 FIFA World Cup form as Norway defeated Senegal 3-2 to secure a place in the last 32, with head coach Stale Solbakken praising his captain's unstoppable impact on the biggest stage.
Norway secured their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 with an impressive 3-2 victory over Senegal, and once again Erling Haaland was the star of the show.
Norway coach Stale Solbakken has vowed his side will be ready to match Senegal's physicality when the two nations meet in a crucial FIFA World Cup Group I encounter at MetLife Stadium on Tuesday.
Norway head coach Stale Solbakken has urged his players to maintain their standards against Senegal after making a winning return to the FIFA World Cup.
Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw rued his team's missed opportunities in their World Cup defeat to France but remains confident they have the character to bounce back at the global tournament.
Kylian Mbappe hit a brace to become France's all-time leading goal scorer in a 3-1 victory against Senegal in their FIFA World Cup group I opener at the MetLife Stadium in New York.