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Haaland scores deciding goal as Norway wins its 1st World Cup knockout game, beating Ivory Coast 2-1
By Stephen Hawkins, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 30, 2026
· 4 min read
Erling Haaland savored the moment after Norway won a knockout game at the World Cup for the first time, a celebration that included a horned helmet atop his head and again sitting on the field with teammates to do the Viking Row in synch with their red-clad fans.“This is unbelievable. This is his...
Key takeaway We’re really happy and proud of ourselves,” said Martin Odeegaard, the team's captain who banged the drum to set the pace for the postgame row.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For residents of Piney Point Village , the excitement of the World Cup is likely being felt through the city's diverse community, with many locals gathering to watch matches and cheer on their favorite teams. Norway's historic win over Ivory Coast may have particular resonance for the village's Scandinavian-American population, who can take pride in the team's achievement. As Norway moves on to face Brazil in the round of 16, local fans will be watching with interest to see how the team fares against one of the tournament's top contenders. The match, set to take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, may even draw some local travelers who want to experience the electric atmosphere of a World Cup match in person. With the city's strong sense of community and international flair, the World Cup is likely to remain a major topic of conversation in Piney Point Village in the coming days.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Erling Haaland savored the moment after Norway won a knockout game at the World Cup for the first time, a celebration that included a horned helmet atop his head and again sitting on the field with teammates to do the Viking Row in synch with their red-clad fans.“This is unbelievable. This is his...
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