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The viking roar: How Norway coach survived death, inspired Erling Haaland and made a nation dream

Erling Haaland's tears and a historic upset of five-time champions Brazil signal the arrival of a new global powerhouse on the soccer stage

By The Daily News New York

Jul 8, 2026, 11:50 AM· Updated Jul 8, 2026, 1:00 PM· 1 min read

The viking roar: How Norway coach survived death, inspired Erling Haaland and made a nation dream — Credit: CBS Sports NY

Erling Haaland's tears and a historic upset of five-time champions Brazil signal the arrival of a new global powerhouse on the soccer stage

Source: CBS Sports NY

Source: CBS Sports NY

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