FIFA Men's World Cup

Iraq vs. Norway Live Updates, Score: Erling Haaland Strikes Twice To Lift Norway

Updated: Jun 16, 2026 - 8:13 PM ET

In its first FIFA Men's World Cup appearance since 1998, Norway didn't disappoint.

Striker Erling Haaland scored two goals in the first half, wasting no time introducing himself to the World Cup audience. Iraq had its share of chances, but Aymen Hussein's header was the only attempt to find the net. Norway added two more goals in the second half for good measure.

Here are the top plays from Norway vs. Iraq:

Jun 16, 2026 - 6:36p ET

Iraq vs. Norway Live Score

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Jun 16, 2026 - 8:05p ET

Norway Scores A 4th

Jun 16, 2026 - 7:43p ET

Norway Increases Lead

Jun 16, 2026 - 6:59p ET

Iraq Barely Misses 2 Chances At Equalizing

Jun 16, 2026 - 6:45p ET

Erling Haaland Pounces For A 2nd Goal

Jun 16, 2026 - 6:41p ET

Iraq Equalizes With Header

Jun 16, 2026 - 6:35p ET

Erling Haaland Scores His 1st World Cup Goal

Jun 16, 2026 - 6:27p ET

Norway Threatening With Set Pieces

Jun 16, 2026 - 6:14p ET

Iraq Starting Lineup

Jun 16, 2026 - 6:08p ET

Norway Starting Lineup

Jun 16, 2026 - 5:47p ET

Iraq vs. Norway: How To Watch

Live Coverage for this began on Jun 16, 2026 - 8:05p ET

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