In his last match for Norway, Erling Haaland continued his terrific run of form as he scored a hat-trick against Israel. The Norwegians won the game 5-0, putting themselves closer than ever to a place at the next World Cup in North America. Haaland is in great shape and arguably has never been as sharp as he has been since the start of this season.
The striker has established himself as a reliable goal outlet for both club and country, making fans in his homeland dream of what the national team can achieve. With Haaland in the squad, Norwegians not only believe they will qualify for the World Cup, but many feel the team now has the potential to perform well in the competition. His goals have become the driving force behind Norway’s recent success, supported by other key players such as Martin Odegaard and Alexander Sorloth. However, Haaland remains the central figure whose scoring exploits have taken the team this far.
Haaland’s Rising Influence
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Haaland’s ability to deliver consistently has captured the imagination of football supporters across Norway. His presence elevates the team’s performance and inspires confidence in his teammates. Fans now bank on Haaland’s goals and leadership, believing that he can guide Norway to both qualification and strong showings at major international tournaments. The striker’s sharpness and composure in front of goal have made him a symbol of ambition and possibility for the national side.
Praise from Experts
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After he became one of the fastest players to score 50 international goals, Simen Stamsø-Møller praised him on [TV2](https://www.tv2.no/sport/fotball/vi-har-blitt-bortskjemte/18186744/), stating, “He crushes Messi, Ronaldo and everyone else. He has done that since he started playing international football. He is a phenomenon.” Such recognition highlights Haaland’s extraordinary talent and the impact he has had on Norwegian football. Should he lead his national team to qualify and challenge for major honours, it is expected that he will add further individual awards to his growing list of achievements.