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Haaland Nets Hat-Trick as Norway Rout Israel 5–0 in World Cup Qualifying

Norway move clear atop Group I on 18 points from six matches, edging closer to direct 2026 World Cup qualification.

Overview

  • Two early own goals by Israeli defenders set the tone before Erling Haaland added three to complete the 5–0 scoreline in Oslo.
  • Israel goalkeeper Daniel Peretz saved two Haaland penalties after a VAR-ordered retake for encroachment, a rare double stop early in the match.
  • Haaland finished with strikes in the 27th, 63rd and 72nd minutes, including two headers that showcased his aerial threat.
  • Norway remain perfect in Group I with six wins and hold a nine-point cushion over second-place Italy after six rounds.
  • The Manchester City striker has 51 goals in 46 caps, has scored in 10 straight matches for club and country, and leads UEFA qualifying with 12 goals in six games.