Haaland Scores Twice as Norway Defeat Senegal, Secure World Cup Last-32 Spot -

Norway secured a place in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a thrilling 3-2 victory over Senegal in their Group I match on Monday.

Erling Haaland starred once again, scoring twice to lead Norway to their second consecutive win of the tournament and book their place in the last 32 with one group game remaining.

Marcus Holmgren Pedersen opened the scoring late in the first half after taking advantage of a defensive mistake. Just minutes into the second half, Haaland doubled Norway’s lead with a clinical finish following a quick counter-attack led by captain Martin Odegaard.

Senegal responded through Ismaila Sarr, who reduced the deficit with a composed finish. However, Haaland struck again soon after, capitalizing on another defensive lapse to make it 3-1 and register his fourth goal of the tournament.

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Sarr grabbed a second goal late in the match to give Senegal hope, but Norway remained composed and held on to secure all three points.

The victory means Norway advance to the knockout rounds and will now face France in a decisive clash for first place in the group. Senegal, meanwhile, must defeat Iraq in their final group-stage match to keep their World Cup hopes alive.

Haaland’s latest brace also took his international scoring record to an impressive 59 goals in 52 appearances, underlining his importance to Norway’s growing ambitions at the tournament.