The 2026 World Cup continues to deliver intense emotions. On a day when Argentina awaits Cabo Verde, other teams have already secured their place in the round of 16. Norway, led by Erling Haaland, made a statement by defeating Ivory Coast 2-1 in Dallas, with a goal from the Manchester City striker in the 86th minute. The goal not only qualified the Scandinavians but also magnified the legend of the ‘9’.
Haaland, who had a quiet afternoon with only two shots on goal, appeared at the crucial moment. Patrick Berg broke down the right flank and sent a low pass into the area; the attacker attacked the space and pushed the ball almost under the goal to spark Norwegian celebrations. With that goal, Haaland reached 60 goals for his national team in just 53 appearances, a record that puts the great legends to shame. To reach that figure, Lionel Messi needed 122 matches, Cristiano Ronaldo 130, and Kylian Mbappé 101. No footballer had reached such a mark so quickly.
Haaland’s current form is overwhelming: he has scored in his last 13 official matches for Norway, with 25 goals in that streak. Additionally, the Scandinavian team has won the last 16 matches in which Haaland scored at least one goal. In this World Cup, he has five goals, just one less than Messi, the leader of the scoring table, and one assist. The question on everyone’s mind is whether he can dethrone the Argentine.
On the other hand, Mexico also celebrated: they beat Ecuador 1-0 with a stunning goal by Julián Quiñones. The attacker, who plays for América, received a through ball from Roberto Alvarado, covered 35 meters with the ball under control, and unleashed an unstoppable rocket into the top corner. The Azteca Stadium erupted with an action that recalled the great goals in Mexican football history.
Argentina, meanwhile, awaits its debut against Cabo Verde. Lionel Scaloni’s team aims to start the title defense on the right foot, although the pressure is enormous. Rumors about possible changes in the starting lineup and players’ statements keep the fans on edge. Can the ‘Scaloneta’ repeat the 2022 feat?
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