In the FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Iraq, Norway secured a scintillating 4-1 win at the Boston Stadium in Massachusetts.
The clash marked one of the rarest moments in the sport`s history as Norway became the first team in the tournament to field three sons of former World Cup players in the same game.
On June 17, Norway`s star footballer Erling Haaland, Alexander Sorloth, and Kristian Thorstvedt took the field for the clash against the Iraqis.
Earlier, 32 years ago, during the FIFA World Cup 1994, Norway had fielded Alf-Inge Haaland, Goran Sorloth, and Erik Thorstvedt, the fathers of incumbent players of the national team (Erling, Alexander, and Kristian).
FIFA World Cup 2026, Norway vs Iraq: Match summary
Haaland made an unforgettable debut at the global showpiece. In his debut World Cup match, Norway`s star footballer shone brightly as he produced two stunning goals at the Boston Stadium.
Haaland registered the first goal in the 29th minute of the game, providing a lead to the Norwegians. The lead didn`t last long as Aymen Hussein scored a goal in the 39th minute, helping Iraq bounce back.
Haaland yet again netted an exceptional goal in the 43rd minute of the game. Later, Leo Ostigard registered Norway`s third goal in the 76th minute of the match. The Norwegians got a fourth deep into stoppage time through a Hussein own goal.
FIFA World Cup 2026, Argentina vs Algeria: Lionel Messi achieves several records with a hat-trick
Later in the day, Argentine superstar Lionel Messi registered his first-ever World Cup hat-trick during the match against Algeria. The clash against Algeria also marked Messi`s 200th international appearance for Argentina.
It was also his 27th FIFA World Cup appearance, which is more than any other player in the tournament`s history.
The 38-year-old footballer also became the first player to feature in six consecutive FIFA World Cups.
Riding on his first-ever FIFA World Cup hat-trick, Messi became the tournament`s joint-highest goalscorer. Currently, he is sharing the top spot with Germany`s Miroslav Klose, who has 16 goals to his name.
(With Inputs from Agencies)
