Haaland hits double as Norway cruises past Iraq (opens original article in a new tab)

Norway defeated Iraq 4-1 in their World Cup opener, with Haaland scoring twice, marking Norway's first World Cup win since 1998 and Iraq's second-ever World Cup appearance.

• Erling Haaland scored two goals in Norway's 4-1 World Cup victory over Iraq.
• Norway secured a strong start in Group I with their first World Cup win since 1998.
• Iraq faces challenges after their opening loss, having only previously appeared in the World Cup in 1986.