Haaland Scores Five Despite Stitches As Norway Thrash Moldova 11-1 In World Cup Qualifier
Dubai : Norway’s Erling Haaland scored five goals to lead his team to a record-breaking 11-1 victory over Moldova in the 2026 FIFA World Cup European qualifying round on Tuesday. The Manchester City striker played despite receiving three stitches on his lip after an accident with a luggage door two days earlier.
Teammate Théo Asgård added four goals after coming off the bench, while Moldova’s only goal came via an own goal by Norway’s Leo Østigård. Norway’s win was just shy of West Germany’s 1969 record 12-0 win over Cyprus.
France, England Win; Egypt Held
Egypt’s hopes of qualification were dented after being held 0-0 by Burkina Faso. France came from behind to beat their opponent 2-1, with Kylian Mbappé scoring a penalty and assisting Bradley Barcola. England dominated Serbia 5-0 to strengthen their campaign.
Ronaldo Equals World Cup Qualifying Record
Cristiano Ronaldo scored in Portugal’s 3-2 win over Hungary, matching Guatemalan striker Carlos Ruiz’s record of 39 World Cup qualifying goals. One more goal will make Ronaldo the outright record-holder.
Bolivia Upset Brazil; Colombia Triumphs
In South America, Bolivia shocked Brazil 1-0 to clinch a playoff spot, while Colombia beat Venezuela 6-3 in a high-scoring clash.
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