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Norway's remarkable World Cup journey continued in unforgettable fashion as Erling Haaland's late winner sent them into the last 16 for the first time.
The celebrations that followed were every bit as memorable, with players and supporters uniting for the now-iconic ‘Viking Row' inside Dallas Stadium.
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Haaland scored an 86th-minute winner as Norway edged past the Elephants 2-1 to reach the 2026 World Cup last 16, setting up a mouthwatering clash with Brazil.
After Antonio Nusa and Amad Diallo exchanged stunning goals earlier in the contest, the Manchester City striker was on hand to bundle home Patrick Berg's cutback and secure Norway's first-ever victory in a World Cup knockout match.
Long after the final whistle had blown at AT&T Stadium, thousands of Norwegian supporters remained in their seats before breaking into the now-famous ‘Viking Row'.
As drums echoed around the stadium, fans sat down and mimicked rowing a Viking longship in perfect unison.
The celebrations soon spread onto the pitch, with captain Martin Odegaard taking charge after collecting a drum from the stands, while Norway's players joined supporters in performing the chant that has become one of the defining sights of the 2026 World Cup.
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Every major tournament produces an unforgettable fan moment, and the ‘Viking Row' has become this World Cup's signature celebration.
The sight of thousands of supporters rowing in perfect sync before being joined by Odegaard, Haaland and the rest of the Norway squad has captivated football fans around the globe.
Much like Iceland's famous thunderclap at Russia 2018, Norway's celebration has taken on a life of its own and is quickly becoming one of the tournament's lasting images.
If Norway continue their remarkable run against Brazil, expect the Viking Row to grow even louder and further cement its place in World Cup folklore.