17.06.2026 10:40
During the halftime of the Iraq-Norway match, a blast occurred in the field's irrigation system, causing flooding on the pitch. After the intervention of officials, the match continued, and Norway won 4-1.
In Group I of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Iraq faced Norway, and the match was marked not only by goals but also by an extraordinary incident on the field. During halftime, a malfunction in the field irrigation system caused a water pipe to burst.
OFFICIALS MOBILIZED
After the burst, water spread heavily across the field, and officials quickly intervened. Images shared on social media showed field staff working intensively to fix the problem. Those moments quickly caught the attention of football fans.
CONTROVERSIAL SCENES AT THE WORLD CUP
Hosted by the USA, the tournament added another issue to previous debates about camp facilities, security measures, and field conditions. The halftime flood images became one of the most talked-about incidents of the World Cup.
HAALAND PUTS ON A SHOW
After the disruption, the second half was played without issues. Norway beat Iraq 4-1 in the match where Erling Haaland scored two goals, starting the tournament with a victory. The star footballer made history in Norwegian football with his goals.