Haaland strips – Erling Haaland stripped shirtless after scoring twice as Norway beat Brazil in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 on Sunday, July 5, in East Rutherford, New Jersey—sending Brazil home and setting up a quarterfinal against England on July 11.
Erling Haaland didn’t just celebrate Norway’s World Cup moment—he stripped down right after the final whistle.
The 25-year-old Norwegian forward was in full spotlight during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Brazil and Norway on Sunday, July 5, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Haaland scored two goals in the game, a performance that sent Brazil home.
Norway’s win changed the outlook for both teams immediately. Brazil will now advance no further, and the defeat marked the earliest Brazil has exited the World Cup in 36 years. Norway, meanwhile, will play England this coming Saturday, July 11.
After the match. Haaland framed the night as something the entire country should absorb—no holding back. no rushing past the feeling. “Maybe this will write history in Norway. Everyone just need to enjoy themselves. This is just an insane day. It’s one of the most insane days in Norwegian history. Just enjoy it, embrace it and enjoy the moment,” he said.
He also emphasized what the win could mean beyond the result itself. “We’re very proud of this, and it was certainly a huge game for Norway against Brazil. I think this will inspire many young people, just as I was inspired when I was young.”
For Haaland, the message came back to savoring the achievement as it happened. “Everyone needs to enjoy and savor this great victory, Norway’s biggest victory in soccer. This is crazy. It’s all just wonderful,” he added.
The celebration carried the same energy as the stakes: a two-goal night, Brazil’s shortest World Cup run in 36 years, and a rapid turn to what’s next for Norway against England on July 11.
Haaland’s personal life also continues to draw attention as he grows into bigger moments on the pitch. He has been dating Isabel Haugseng Johansen, 22, for years—first linked in 2021—and they have a son together, born in December 2024.
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