Norway coach hails Haaland after World Cup double

Norway coach Stale Solbakken said star striker Erling Haaland proved the World Cup "wasn't too big" for him as he scored two goals in the 4-1 win over Iraq on Tuesday...

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Erling Haaland scored twice on Norway's return to the FIFA World Cup stage, helping them secure a 4-1 victory over Iraq.

Erling Haaland netted 2 goals, marking his team's first major tournament appearance in 26 years.
Norway's coach Stale Solbakken praised Haaland for adapting to the pressure, stating the "occasion wasn't too big for him."
Haaland now has 57 international goals in 51 appearances for Norway.

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