Norway launched their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign with a decisive 4-1 victory over Iraq in Group I. The match, played at Boston’s Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, saw a strong performance from the Norwegian team. Erling Haaland was a key player in the win, contributing significantly to the scoreline. This victory marks a positive start for Norway as they compete for a spot in the 2026 World Cup tournament. The game took place on Wednesday morning, June 17, 2026, Indonesian time. Iraq struggled to counter Norway’s attack, resulting in a comfortable win for the European side.