Norway secured a significant victory in their return to the World Cup after a 28-year absence. The match marked the World Cup debut of star forward Erling Haaland, who scored two goals. Iraq conceded, ending a 40-year goal drought in matches against Norway. The win signals a promising start for Norway in the tournament. Haaland’s performance was a key factor in the team’s success, demonstrating his potential on the world stage. This result boosts Norway’s confidence as they progress in the competition, while Iraq faces challenges after a lengthy scoring absence. The game showcased a clear difference in performance between the two teams.