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Erling Haaland

Manchester City striker competing in 2026 World Cup knockout rounds, tied for Golden Boot lead with seven goals.

2026-04-242026-07-09

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

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    Brazil's Paqueta ruled out of World Cup clash with Norway
  3. Citizen Digital

    Erling Haaland also has five, with Ousmane Dembele and Vinicius Junior on four. "They are all sharks.

    England refused to accept defeat in DR Congo win, says Tuchel
  4. Citizen Digital

    "We know the coach has been through a difficult experience; unfortunately, everyone goes through that at some point and it's very hard." Erling Haaland poked home the goal that carried Norway into the last 16 for the first time as they beat the Ivory Coast 2-1.

    England face DR Congo hurdle, USA prepare for World Cup moment in spotlight
  5. Citizen Digital

    Haaland hailed as 'greatest' after more World Cup heroics By AFP July 01, 2026 10:59 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Erling Haaland was described as "devastating" and "the greatest goalsco

    Haaland hailed as 'greatest' after more World Cup heroics
  6. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeErling Haaland scored a late winner as Norway set up a last-16 showdown with Brazil at the World Cup after taming the Ivory Coast 2-1 in Texas on Tuesday.

    Haaland scores winner to send Norway into last-16 Brazil clash
  7. The Standard

    An unmarked Erling Haaland scored with four minutes left of normal time as Ivory Coast's tournament ended at the last-32 stage.

    Ivory Coast coach Fae laments 'lack of maturity' in World Cup exit
  8. The Standard

    "We know the coach has been through a difficult experience; unfortunately, everyone goes through that at some point and it's very hard." Erling Haaland poked home the goal that carried Norway into the last 16 for the first time as they beat the Ivory Coast 2-1.

    England face DR Congo hurdle, USA prepare for World Cup moment in spotlight
  9. June 2026
  10. The Standard

    Sweden's English head coach Graham Potter in Arlington on June 25, 2026 and France's head coach Didier Deschamps in Philadelphia on June 22, 2026. [AFP] France will unleash their devastating forward line on Sweden in a last-32 tie at the World Cup on Tuesday, while Erling Haaland

    Sweden face France's attacking firepower at the World Cup
  11. The Standard

    Going into the final games of the group stages, Argentina star Lionel Messi currently leads the tournament’s goal-scoring charts with five goals, closely followed by Vinicius Junior, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland, who each have four goals to their name.

    Mozzart Bet offering odds for World Cup golden boot, golden glove winners
  12. The Standard

    Norway eventually won 3-2, with Erling Haaland scoring twice and the Vikings booking their place in the knockouts.

    Why Africa's World Cup triumphs hold lessons for Harambee Stars head of Afcon 2027

Yesterday

  1. World Cup quarter-finals: Eight teams compete in United States

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage with eight teams remaining. France, Morocco, and other heavyweight sides are set to compete in matches taking place across the United States.

    17 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Argentina face Egypt in World Cup quarter-final battle

    Lionel Messi's Argentina play Egypt on Tuesday in a World Cup last-16 match, with the winner advancing to face Switzerland or Colombia in the semi-finals. Argentina are the defending champions while Egypt have never progressed beyond the round of 16.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Messi's Argentina face Salah's Egypt in World Cup last 16

    Argentina, the defending champions, meet Egypt in the World Cup round of 16 on Tuesday in Atlanta. Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Erling Haaland are tied on seven goals in the Golden Boot race.

    7 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 6 July

  1. USA face Belgium for World Cup quarter-final spot

    The United States play Belgium on Monday for a place in the World Cup quarter-finals. USA striker Folarin Balogun, who received a straight red card in the previous round, has had his one-game ban suspended after Donald Trump intervened with FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. USA faces Belgium in World Cup quarter-final after Balogun ban suspended

    The United States will face Belgium on Monday in a World Cup quarter-final match in Seattle. US striker Folarin Balogun, who had received a straight red card for stepping on an opponent's foot in the previous round and faced a one-game ban under FIFA rules, has had his ban suspended after Donald Trump intervened with FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Neymar announces Brazil retirement after World Cup exit

    Brazil superstar Neymar indicated his international career was over after the five-time World Cup winners were eliminated in the last 16 by Norway, 2-1, with Neymar scoring a penalty in injury time. The 34-year-old, Brazil's all-time top scorer, said "I tried and I tried. Now it's over. It began here and it ends here," after the match at MetLife Stadium.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Neymar announces retirement from Brazil after World Cup loss

    Brazil superstar Neymar indicated his international career was over after Brazil lost 2-1 to Norway in the World Cup last 16, with Neymar scoring a late penalty consolation goal. The 34-year-old, Brazil's all-time top scorer, said "I tried and I tried. Now it's over. It began here and it ends here."

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Brazil coach Ancelotti vows recovery after World Cup last-16 loss

    Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said the team's 2-1 last-16 World Cup loss to Norway at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey should serve as "fuel" for the future, describing it as "the start of a new cycle" and insisting he will not step down despite the disappointing exit.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  6. Brazil coach Ancelotti vows recovery after Norway World Cup exit

    Brazil lost 2-1 to Norway in a World Cup last-16 match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with Erling Haaland scoring two late goals. Coach Carlo Ancelotti said the defeat should serve as "fuel" for the future and called the tournament "the start of a new cycle."

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  7. England beats Mexico 3-2, Norway shocks Brazil at World Cup

    England defeated Mexico 3-2 in the World Cup round of 16 despite playing with 10 men after a red card, while Norway stunned Brazil. The day was also marked by a FIFA decision to reprieve United States star Folarin Balogun following intervention from Donald Trump, which triggered uproar.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  8. England beats Mexico, Norway stuns Brazil at World Cup

    England defeated Mexico 3-2 to advance to the World Cup quarter-finals despite playing with 10 men from the 54th minute, while Norway upset Brazil. A FIFA decision to reprieve United States star Folarin Balogun following an intervention from Donald Trump sparked controversy.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  9. Bellingham's double helps England beat Mexico 3-2 at Azteca

    Jude Bellingham scored twice as 10-man England defeated Mexico 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca in a World Cup round-of-16 match on Sunday, advancing to the quarter-finals. Harry Kane also scored from the penalty spot as England kept their quest for a first major tournament win in 60 years alive.

    6 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 5 July

  1. England face Mexico in 2026 World Cup round-of-16

    England play Mexico at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday in a World Cup round-of-16 match; the encounter marks England's return to the venue 40 years after their 1986 game against Argentina. Norway and Brazil also compete for quarter-final places.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England faces Mexico in 2026 World Cup round-of-16

    England plays Mexico at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday in a round-of-16 World Cup match, while Norway and Brazil compete in another quarter-final elimination game. England advanced to the last 16 after a 2-1 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Norway coach urges focus on Brazil match, not occasion

    Norway coach Stale Solbakken told his players to focus on playing the match rather than being overawed by facing five-time World Cup winners Brazil in the last 16. Norway seeks to reach the quarter-finals for the first time, and faces Brazil for only the second time at a World Cup since beating them 2-1 in 1998.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Norway coach urges focus ahead of Brazil World Cup match

    Norway coach Stale Solbakken told his players to focus on playing the match rather than being overawed by the occasion as they face five-time World Cup winners Brazil in the last 16 on Sunday, aiming to reach the quarter-finals for the first time.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Brazil's Ancelotti: defenders know how to stop Haaland

    Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said his defenders need no guidance on containing Erling Haaland ahead of Sunday's World Cup last-16 tie with Norway, as Gabriel Magalhaes and Marquinhos have faced the Manchester City striker multiple times in European club competition.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  6. Brazil coach Ancelotti confident defenders know how to stop Haaland

    Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said his defenders need no guidance on containing Erling Haaland ahead of Sunday's World Cup last-16 match with Norway, noting that Gabriel Magalhaes and Marquinhos have faced the Manchester City striker multiple times in domestic and European competition.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 3 July

  1. Endrick highlights versatility ahead of Brazil's World Cup knockout

    Brazil forward Endrick said his ability to play as a number nine, right wing, or false nine could be an asset if Carlo Ancelotti includes him against Norway in their World Cup last-16 match, with the Real Madrid attacker a leading candidate to replace injured Lucas Paqueta.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Australian speedster Jordan Bos emerges at World Cup 2026

    Australian winger Jordan Bos, clocked as faster than Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland in pure speed, is expected to play a key role when Australia faces Egypt in the World Cup last 32 in Texas, with neither nation having won a knockout match at the tournament.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 2 July

  1. Brazil midfielder Paqueta out of World Cup knockout game

    Brazil midfielder Lucas Paqueta will miss Sunday's World Cup last-16 game against Norway due to a hamstring injury sustained during Brazil's 2-1 win over Japan on Monday. He is not expected to play again in the tournament unless Brazil reaches the final on July 19.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England beats DR Congo 2-1 in World Cup round of 32

    England came from behind to defeat the Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup round of 32, with captain Harry Kane scoring two late goals. Coach Thomas Tuchel said the team refused to accept defeat despite an early shock against a side ranked 46th in the world.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 1 July

  1. England face DR Congo in World Cup knockout, USA prepares home clash

    England take on the Democratic Republic of Congo at the World Cup on Wednesday looking for a place in the last 16, while co-hosts the USA prepare for what the article describes as the biggest match in their football history. Coach Thomas Tuchel warned his players they face a team with nothing to lose, as Germany and the Netherlands have already been eliminated by penalties in the last 32.

    1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Haaland scores dramatic winner as Norway beats Ivory Coast

    Erling Haaland scored in the 86th minute to give Norway a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast at the World Cup in North America. The Manchester City striker has now scored five goals in three games at the tournament, second only to Lionel Messi's six, and has scored in his last 13 competitive internationals.

    1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Haaland scores late winner; Norway beats Ivory Coast 2-1

    Erling Haaland scored in the 86th minute to give Norway a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in a World Cup last-16 match, setting up a Brazil showdown on Sunday. It was Norway's first-ever knockout win in World Cup history.

    1 July 2026 · The Standard

  4. Ivory Coast coach Fae blames maturity after World Cup exit

    Ivory Coast lost 2-1 to Norway in a World Cup last-32 match, with Erling Haaland scoring the winner in the final minutes. Coach Emerse Fae said the team "lacked maturity," particularly after equalizing, and should have tried to hold on for extra time rather than pushing for a second goal.

    1 July 2026 · The Standard

  5. England face DR Congo in World Cup last-32 knockout

    England take on the Democratic Republic of Congo at the World Cup on Wednesday looking to reach the last 16, while the USA prepare for what coach Thomas Tuchel calls "the biggest match in their football history." England are favoured but Tuchel warned of narrow margins after Germany and the Netherlands were eliminated on penalties in the round of 32.

    1 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 30 June

  1. France face Sweden in World Cup knockout tie Tuesday

    France will play Sweden in a last-32 World Cup match on Tuesday, with the Swedish defence preparing to face Kylian Mbappe (four goals so far), Ousmane Dembele (hat-trick against Norway), and Michael Olise. Sweden will counter with Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres, though both have yet to fully fire at the tournament.

    30 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 29 June

  1. Mozzart Bet offers World Cup betting odds for scorers

    Gaming firm Mozzart Bet is offering odds on 2026 FIFA World Cup top scorers, goalkeepers, and best players. The betting firm lists Lionel Messi as the favourite for the Golden Boot, followed by Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland.

    29 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 28 June

  1. African World Cup success offers lessons for Kenya's Afcon 2027

    With ten African nations competing in the 2026 World Cup, the continent is closing the gap with traditional powerhouses. Kenya, as co-host of Afcon 2027, should learn from African teams' performances—particularly Senegal's record 5-0 victory over Iraq—to strengthen Kenyan football ahead of the tournament.

    28 June 2026 · The Standard

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