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Erling Haaland

Also known as: Norwegian star Haaland

Manchester City forward who scored twice against Porto in Champions League and has 167 career goals for City as of 2026.

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Namibian

    Erling Haaland scored two goals as Norway beat Senegal 3-2

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    “Erling Haaland scored his second World Cup brace in a row as Norway beat Senegal 3-2 on Monday to punch their ticket to the last 32.”

    Two goal Haaland fires Norway into World Cup last 32
  3. The Namibian

    Erling Haaland has four goals in two games at the tournament

    Source

    “Manchester City forward Haaland now has four goals in two games at the tournament, hot on the heels of Lionel Messi's double earlier in the day which carried him to a record 18 World Cup goals.”

    Two goal Haaland fires Norway into World Cup last 32
  4. The Namibian

    Erling Haaland scored two goals in World Cup debut for Manchester City's Norway against Iraq

    Source

    “Another potent scorer, Erling Haaland, marked his first World Cup finals appearance with two goals in a 4-1 romp against Iraq in France's Group I.”

    Magical Messi equals World Cup goals record as Argentina win
  5. The Namibian

    Erling Haaland struck his first World Cup goals in Norway's 4-1 win over Iraq

    Source

    “Erling Haaland struck his first World Cup goals as Norway beat Iraq 4-1 on Tuesday in their first game at a major tournament in 26 years.”

    Haaland double powers Norway to World Cup win over Iraq
  6. The Namibian

    Haaland took his goals tally at international level to 57 in just 51 matches

    Source

    “Haaland pounced on an error at the back to put Norway ahead again before half-time and take his goals tally at international level to 57 in just 51 matches.”

    Haaland double powers Norway to World Cup win over Iraq
  7. The Namibian

    Erling Haaland started in attack for Norway

    Source

    “Norway, who started with Manchester City's Erling Haaland in attack, created little of note during the first half, with their best chance a glancing header from Alexander Sorloth that drifted wide.”

    Odegaard on target as Norway draw with Morocco
  8. May 2026
  9. The Namibian

    Erling Haaland won a third Premier League Golden Boot in four seasons

    Source

    “Erling Haaland won a third Premier League Golden Boot in four seasons at Manchester City on Sunday despite not featuring in Pep Guardiola's farewell at the Etihad.”

    Haaland crowned Premier League’s top scorer
  10. The Namibian

    Haaland scored 27 times in 35 league appearances

    Source

    “Norwegian star Haaland scored 27 times in 35 league appearances as City fell just short in their quest to deny Arsenal the Premier League title.”

    Haaland crowned Premier League’s top scorer
  11. The Namibian

    Erling Haaland scored an equaliser deep into stoppage time

    Source

    “Erling Haaland's equaliser deep into stoppage time was too little, too late to save City's title challenge.”

    Arsenal win Premier League after Man City held by Bournemouth
  12. The Namibian

    Erling Haaland provided cross to Semenyo for winning goal

    Source

    “Semenyo illuminated a largely scrappy final late in the second half as he improvised a sublime finish to caress Erling Haaland's cross into the net.”

    Semenyo’s magic moment fires Man City to FA Cup final win over Chelsea

Tuesday 29 September

  1. Manchester City faces Premier League charges verdict fallout

    Manchester City has been reported found guilty of widespread financial misconduct in a Premier League case involving 115 charges; potential sanctions could include points deductions, fines, or expulsion, while rival clubs may seek compensation and City could face stripping of titles.

    29 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 25 September

  1. Manchester City found guilty of 114 of 115 Premier League charges

    Manchester City have been found guilty of all but one of 115 Premier League charges for breaching financial regulations between 2009 and 2018, according to reports. No sanctions have been decided and the club is understood to be set to appeal.

    25 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 20 September

  1. Manchester City beats Sunderland 5-3 despite hat-trick

    Manchester City went top of the Premier League after a 5-3 win over Sunderland on Sunday, with Enzo Fernandez scoring from a free-kick and Erling Haaland sealing the three points despite Brian Brobbey's hat-trick. Matheus Cunha rescued Manchester United from defeat at Fulham.

    20 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 13 September

  1. Haaland secures Man City's controversial 10-man victory over United

    Erling Haaland scored the winning goal as Manchester City defeated Manchester United 1-0 despite playing with 10 men after Phil Foden's first-half red card, with the goal controversy involving Enzo Fernandez's position. The victory extended Enzo Maresca's perfect start to his City reign while United manager Michael Carrick disputed the officiating.

    13 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Haaland scores twice as Manchester City defeats Porto

    Erling Haaland scored twice in Manchester City's 2-0 Champions League victory over Porto, with his second goal in stoppage time making him City's third highest goalscorer of all-time on 167 goals.

    8 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 5 September

  1. Haaland scores as Manchester City beat Coventry 1-0

    Erling Haaland's first-half header gave Manchester City a 1-0 victory over newly-promoted Coventry at the Etihad, maintaining the team's perfect start under manager Enzo Maresca despite an unconvincing performance that required late saves from goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.

    5 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 29 August

  1. Manchester City beats Crystal Palace 4-1 in rout

    Rayan Cherki scored a double as Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 4-1 on Friday, with Erling Haaland also scoring in City's dominant display.

    29 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 16 August

  1. Arsenal defeat Manchester City 3-0 in Community Shield

    Arsenal beat Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield on Sunday, with goals from Riccardo Calafiori, Kai Havertz, and Martin Odegaard, as Mikel Arteta's side showcased their intent ahead of their Premier League title defence.

    16 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 20 July

  1. Spain wins World Cup, defeats Argentina 1-0 after extra time

    Spain won the 48-team World Cup, beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday with a goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute. Spain's defensive strength—conceding only once in the tournament—and captain Rodri's play earned him player of the tournament honours over attacking superstars like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe.

    20 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Gobabis youth pursue professional football dreams

    About 30 teenage boys in Gobabis train informally after school without kit or coach, inspired by international footballers like Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland, hoping to build professional soccer careers locally and abroad.

    20 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 19 July

  1. World Cup ends with excitement despite pre-tournament challenges

    Fifa declares the expanded 48-team World Cup across the United States, Mexico and Canada a triumph, marked by thrilling football and strong performances from smaller nations including Cape Verde, Curaçao, and Egypt, who reached knockout rounds in record numbers.

    19 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 13 July

  1. England and Argentina set for World Cup semi-final clash

    England and Argentina will meet in a World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with the winner advancing to the final on July 19. The match carries decades of rivalry, including a 1986 quarter-final encounter won by Argentina on goals from Diego Maradona, and takes place amid a lingering sovereignty dispute over the Falkland Islands.

    13 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 12 July

  1. Bellingham scores twice as England defeats Norway in World Cup quarters

    Jude Bellingham netted twice in extra-time to lead England past Norway 2-1 in the World Cup quarter-final. England will face Argentina or Switzerland in the semi-finals on Wednesday.

    12 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 11 July

  1. England face Norway, Argentina face Switzerland in World Cup quarters

    England play Norway in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Friday with Kane and Haaland as their leading scorers; the winners will face either Argentina or Switzerland in the semi-finals.

    11 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 9 July

  1. FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals set: eight nations compete

    The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals feature Argentina versus Switzerland, France versus Morocco, Spain versus Belgium, and Norway versus England, with matches beginning 9 July at various venues and times.

    9 July 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 8 July

  1. France face Morocco in World Cup quarter-final showdown

    France begin their push for a third World Cup title Thursday against African champions Morocco in a blockbuster quarter-final at Gillette Stadium. France have scored 14 goals in five games, with captain Kylian Mbappe accounting for seven of them, while Morocco advanced through the group phase and eliminated the Netherlands and Canada.

    8 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. World Cup quarter-finals: Eight teams compete for semi-final spots

    The FIFA World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage with eight teams remaining, including France, Morocco, Spain, and Belgium. Matches are taking place in the United States beginning Thursday.

    8 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Norwegian Traeen takes Tour de France yellow jersey

    Torstein Traeen of Norway claimed the Tour de France race leader's yellow jersey while Mads Pedersen of Denmark won the fourth stage, a 182km stage from Carcassonne to Foix. Pedersen, the 2019 world champion, also took the green points jersey with his victory in the sprint finish.

    7 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. England beats Mexico 3-2 in World Cup quarter-final setup

    England won 3-2 against Mexico in Mexico City at the Estadio Azteca despite playing with ten men after defender Jarell Quansah received a red card early in the second half. The victory sets up a quarter-final match against Norway and is hailed as England's greatest win on foreign soil.

    7 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 6 July

  1. Brazil coach vows to rebuild after World Cup last-16 exit

    Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said the team's last-16 World Cup loss to Norway should fuel future improvement, calling it "the start of a new cycle" rather than an ending. Ancelotti, who was appointed a year ago to guide Brazil to a record sixth World Cup title, dismissed suggestions he would step down.

    6 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. England beats Mexico 3-2 to reach World Cup quarter-finals

    Jude Bellingham scored twice as 10-man England defeated Mexico 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca to reach the World Cup quarter-finals, with Harry Kane also scoring from the penalty spot. England will face Norway in the last eight.

    6 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 5 July

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

    England play Mexico on Sunday in the Estadio Azteca as Erling Haaland and Norway face Brazil in a separate round-of-16 match, with two more quarter-final spots available after France and Morocco qualified on Saturday.

    5 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 4 July

  1. Norway faces Brazil in World Cup last 16 with Haaland

    Norway will play Brazil in Sunday's World Cup last-16 match, hoping to repeat their 1998 group-stage victory. Erling Haaland, who scored his fifth goal at the tournament against Ivory Coast, is central to their hopes, though Coach Solbakken acknowledges Brazil are favourites.

    4 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 2 July

  1. Harry Kane scores twice as England beats DRC at World Cup

    Harry Kane scored two goals in England's 2-1 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo in the World Cup round of 32, bringing his tournament total to five goals and moving him to sixth on the all-time World Cup goal-scoring list.

    2 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Haaland's late goal sends Norway past Ivory Coast

    Erling Haaland scored a late winner in the 86th minute as Norway defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 in a World Cup last-16 match, setting up a quarter-final against Brazil. It was Norway's first-ever knockout victory in World Cup history.

    30 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 26 June

  1. Dembele scores hat-trick in France's 4-1 World Cup win

    Ousmane Dembele scored a hat-trick as France defeated Norway 4-1, with Dembele opening in the seventh minute, scoring again on 20 minutes, and completing the hat-trick in the 32nd—one of the earliest in World Cup history. France advanced as Group I winners with nine points and 10 goals in three matches.

    26 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. France face Norway in World Cup Group I decider

    France and Norway meet in a crucial World Cup group-stage match on Friday, with Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland — both on four goals — set to feature prominently. France need only a draw to clinch first place in the group owing to superior goal difference.

    26 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 25 June

  1. Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 to top World Cup group

    Vinicius Junior scored twice as Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 on Wednesday, securing top spot in Group C and progression to the last 32. Brazil will face the runners-up in Group F on June 29 in Houston.

    25 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Ronaldo scores sixth World Cup, Portugal rout Uzbekistan

    Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score at six World Cup tournaments, netting twice as Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0. The 41-year-old captain said it was "a difficult week, a dark week" but that he remained committed to helping his country achieve its objectives.

    23 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Messi breaks World Cup scoring record in Argentina win

    Lionel Messi became the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer with two goals in Argentina's 2-0 victory over Austria, breaking Miroslav Klose's record of 16 goals. Messi's tournament tally now stands at 18 goals.

    23 June 2026 · The Namibian →

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