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Haaland Hits Hat-Trick as Norway Thrash Israel 5-0 to Stay Perfect in World Cup Qualifying

Norway lead Group I with 18 points from six matches to strengthen their position for direct 2026 World Cup qualification.

Overview

  • VAR ordered a retake after a goalkeeper infraction in the fifth minute, and Daniel Peretz saved both of Erling Haaland’s penalties.
  • Israel conceded two own goals through Anan Khalili and Idan Nachmias as Norway took control.
  • Norway top Group I on 18 points with a 29–3 goal difference after six matches.
  • Israel are third with 9 points from six games.
  • The match in Oslo included pro-Palestinian demonstrations and a brief stoppage for a pitch invader.