ABOUT ERLING HAALAND
World Cup pedigree
Erling Haaland has never played at a World Cup — Norway failed to qualify for both WC2018 and WC2022. WC2026 is his tournament debut at age 25, arriving in peak form.
Role for Norway
Manchester City's primary striker, Haaland is the most-feared box striker in the modern game — 200+ club goals before his 25th birthday. His role for Norway is identical to City: stay central, run channels, finish chances with either foot.
WC2026 outlook
Top-2 Golden Boot favourite (around 8-9/1). Norway face a winnable group; Haaland's shot volume and finishing efficiency make a top-3 finish realistic if Norway play more than 4 games. The defining narrative: his first major-tournament performance after years of speculation.
Best WC2026 odds for Norway
Tournament starts 11 June 2026
Erling Haaland's WC2026 stats will appear here after the tournament opens with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Banorte.
Stats update after each match Haaland features in.
QUALIFYING STATS
Performance Metrics