Erling Haaland scored as Norway defeated Italy 3-0 in a 2026 World Cup qualifier, marking Norway’s first win over Italy in 25 years. Haaland’s goal, his 41st in 42 appearances, came just before halftime, following earlier goals by Alexander Sorloth and 20-year-old Antonio Nusa, who stood out with a strong performance. Norway has now won all three games in Group I. Italy, missing several key players and struggling defensively, continued to face pressure after missing the last two World Cups. They risk falling into the playoffs again unless they top the group. Italy next faces Moldova, while Norway will play Estonia.
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