Norway clinches World Cup 2026 berth with 3-2 win over Senegal

Norway defeated Senegal 3-2 in the final group match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, securing the nation's first World Cup appearance in 28 years. Striker Erling Haaland scored both goals, matching the double‑goal performances of Messi and Mbappé in the tournament's opening round.

In a separate Group C encounter, Morocco came from behind to beat Haiti 4-2, finishing second in the group and earning a place in the knockout stage. Goals from Hakim Ziyech and Soufiane Rahimi helped the North African side recover after conceding early, while Haiti’s Wilson Isidor scored a late goal.

Both matches were played in North America, with Norway’s game at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA, and Morocco’s clash in Monterrey, Mexico.