‘I never dreamed of this in my life’ — Haaland on historic victory over Brazil
Norway talisman Erling Haaland has revealed that he never dreamed of the the stunning 2-1 win over Brazil in the second round of the 2026 World Cup.
The Man City forward scored a brace to lead his country past Brazil for a place in the tournament’s quarter-finals for the first time in their history.
Haaland described the 2026 World Cup as a dream come true for him after leading his country to the tournament after a long term absence.
He said: “I couldn’t quite believe it because I never dreamed of this in my life.
“I dreamed of playing in the World Cup with Norway and helping them qualify for the World Cup, but I never expected to beat Brazil. Let’s be honest, I thought it wasn’t possible, but I guess I was wrong.
The victory was enough to help Norway continue their unbeaten run against Brazil to five matches, winning three and drawing two.
Brazil suffered their earliest World Cup exit since losing to arch-rivals Argentina in the last 16 in 1990.
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Haaland was elated to score against Brazil after talking his tally to seven goals in the tournament.
He concluded: “It’s incredible to win,” said Haaland, 25, who has now scored 62 goals in 54 appearances for Norway.
“It’s a bit surreal. As a footballer, you want to play in the World Cup and perform well, but to score seven goals for Norway at the World Cup is quite special.
“It’s unreal, and I don’t have the words. It’s difficult to describe what I’m feeling because it all seems unreal. I need to pinch myself because this is huge.”
Norway will face England in the quarter-finals in Miami on July 11.
Brazil suffered their earliest World Cup exit since losing to arch-rivals Argentina in the last 16 in 1990.
