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Gattuso apologises after Italy collapse against Haaland-inspired Norway

Gennaro Gattuso (Italy)
November 2025

Italy’s World Cup hopes took another hit as they collapsed to a 4-1 defeat at San Siro after leading at half-time. Pio Esposito’s opener briefly raised belief they could chase an unlikely automatic spot, but Norway’s response killed any remaining optimism. Norway hit back through Antonio Nusa before Erling Haaland struck twice and Jorgen Strand Larsen added a ruthless fourth, exposing Italian fragility. Gennaro Gattuso admitted fear gripped his players after the break, while Gianluigi Donnarumma lamented Italy stopped playing with the intensity shown before half-time.

Haaland embraces heavy responsibility as Norway close in on first World Cup since 1998

Erling Haaland (Norway)
November 2025

Erling Haaland admitted he feels huge responsibility to deliver World Cup qualification for Norway after scoring 14 of their 33 goals in seven straight wins that have put Stale Solbakken’s side top of Group I and on the verge of a first finals since 1998. He recalled Norway’s last World Cup in the United States with his father Alf Inge Haaland involved and said returning there would be special motivation, vowing to give everything in Milan to finish the job and write new history for his country on the global stage.

Odegaard recovery slower than hoped, derby return in doubt

Martin Odegaard (Arsenal)
November 2025

Norway manager Ståle Solbakken signalled Odegaard remains “some distance away” after an MCL injury on October 4. Initial six-week hopes have faded, raising doubts over a swift club return despite the captain joining Norway in a non-playing, rehab-only capacity during the break. Odegaard continues structured rehab with national-team medics in Oslo then Milan. Arsenal had already adapted without him after earlier shoulder issues. Timelines are now fluid; progression metrics and response to loading will dictate when Arteta can reintroduce him to full training.

Erling Haaland scores hat trick after missing two penalties as Norway thrash Israel 5-0

Erling Haaland (Norway / Manchester City)
October 2025

Erling Haaland overcame two saved penalties to net a hat trick in Norway’s 5-0 World Cup qualifying win over Israel, extending his record as the nation’s all-time top scorer. The 25-year-old now has 51 international goals in just 46 appearances.
After missing two spot-kicks saved by Daniel Peretz, Haaland regrouped to score three times before halftime. Norway remain perfect with six wins from six and lead Group I by nine points. The match, played amid peaceful pro-Palestinian protests in Oslo, drew 22,000 fans under tightened security measures.

Haaland scores five as Norway smash Moldova 11-1

Erling Haaland (Norway)
September 2025

Erling Haaland delivered a stunning five-goal masterclass in Norway’s 11-1 demolition of Moldova, further cementing his reputation as one of the game’s most ruthless strikers. He also provided an assist as Norway stayed top of Group I with maximum points. Haaland struck a first-half hat-trick, added two more after the break, and set up Felix Myrhe’s opener. Martin Ødegaard and Rangers’ Thelo Aasgaard, who netted four off the bench, contributed, but it was Haaland’s relentless finishing that defined a one-sided night in Oslo.

Haaland escapes serious injury after freak bus door accident

Erling Haaland (Manchester City, Norway)
September 2025

Erling Haaland required three stitches after colliding with a bus door while on international duty. The striker posted pictures of the cut under his lip, joking about his “battle scars.” Fortunately, the injury is minor and won’t keep him sidelined. Despite the incident, Haaland remains in strong early-season form, with three Premier League goals in as many matches. Fans of Norway and Manchester City were relieved the injury wasn’t serious, as City hope his scoring form can inspire another title challenge.

Haaland Adds ‘Braut’ to Norway Shirt Name

Erling Haaland (Manchester City, Norway)
August 2025

Erling Haaland will appear under the name “Braut Haaland” on his Norway shirt in their upcoming World Cup qualifiers. The change, which includes his middle name, surprised Norway manager Stale Solbakken, who admitted he was not informed beforehand.
How: Haaland, already a global superstar, decided to make the adjustment to reflect his full name. Norway fans will see the new look during September qualifiers, though the decision caught Solbakken off guard when he was asked about it by local media.

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