Norway’s national football team began its campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a match against Iraq in Massachusetts, USA. This game marked Norway’s first competitive fixture in the qualifying stage. All eyes were on Erling Haaland, the star striker, as he made his World Cup qualifying debut for Norway. The match represents the start of a series of qualifying games for both nations vying for a spot in the expanded 48-team tournament. The game was played live from a venue in Massachusetts, attracting international attention. The result of the match will be a key indicator of both teams’ chances in the qualifying group.