Roy Keane accuses Alf-Inge Haaland of drinking during World Cup match

Former Ireland captain and Manchester United legend Roy Keane, speaking on the YouTube show “Stick to Football”, alleged that Alf‑Inge Haaland, 53, the father of Norway striker Erling Haaland, had been drinking alcohol during the World Cup quarter‑final between England and Norway, which Norway lost 2‑1 after extra time. Keane said Haaland appeared to have “obviously drunk” and that this affected his perception of the game. The comment revived a rivalry that began in 1997 when Haaland accused Keane of faking an injury and escalated in 2001 when Keane delivered a violent tackle on Haaland. Alf‑Inge Haaland responded on X, expressing frustration, while the Norwegian federation considered a possible complaint. The exchange drew widespread attention on social media, with Keane’s remarks broadcast alongside co‑hosts Gary Neville and Ian Wright. No formal disciplinary action has been reported.