Norway, which eliminated Italy from the field, is in the World Cup after 28 years.

Norway, which eliminated Italy from the field, is in the World Cup after 28 years.

17.11.2025 11:54

In the World Cup European Qualifiers Group I, Norway defeated Italy with a score of 4-1 and secured their place in the 2026 World Cup. With this victory, Norway became the leader of the group with 24 points. Italy, on the other hand, entered the playoff teams with 18 points. This will be Norway's first appearance in the World Cup since 1998.

In the critical match of Group I of the European Qualifiers for the World Cup, Italy hosted Norway at the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium in Milan. The visiting team won the match 4-1, achieving a major surprise and finishing the group in first place.

HAALAND SHOWED OFF

The goals that brought victory to Norway were scored by Erling Haaland (2), Antonio Nusa, and Jorgen Strand Larsen. With this result, Norway finished the group in first place with 24 points and qualified directly for the 2026 World Cup. Italy, on the other hand, secured a playoff spot with 18 points.

Norway sweeping Italy off the field, in the World Cup after 28 years

FIRST TIME SINCE 1998

Norway will showcase itself in the World Cup for the first time since France 1998. The country's football experienced great joy with the end of a 28-year longing.

Norway sweeping Italy off the field, in the World Cup after 28 years

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