Haaland: Norway's World Cup Chances Still Slim
Norway's Erling Haaland acknowledges his team remains unlikely to win the 2026 World Cup despite beating Brazil, as they prepare to face England in the semi-finals.
Erling Braut Haaland, Norway's star striker, has reiterated that the Viking nation's chances of winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup remain very slim. Norway recently defeated Brazil 2-1 in the Round of 16 and will face England in the semi-final. Speaking about their World Cup prospects, Haaland said the odds are still very much against them. "I think there are clear favorites already, and England is one of them. I reckon you all (the media) will put all the pressure on the English players," he said with a laugh. "It's a special match for me personally because I play in England and was born there, so you'll be facing teammates and everything," he added. "It will be fun and it should be a good match."
