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Erling Haaland Equals 60-Year-Old FIFA Goal Scoring Record
17 Nov
Summary
- Erling Haaland scores in 11 straight international matches for Norway
- Haaland's goal-scoring streak equals a FIFA record set over 60 years ago
- Norway qualifies for 2026 World Cup with 4-1 win over Italy
As of November 17, 2025, Erling Haaland, the star striker for Manchester City, has cemented his status as one of the greatest goal scorers of the current generation. Haaland's consistent excellence over the past five years has now translated to the international stage, as he has led Norway to their first FIFA World Cup qualification since 1998.
In a crucial match against Italy on November 16, 2025, Haaland scored twice to power Norway to a 4-1 victory. This strike marked his 11th consecutive international match with a goal, tying a record that had stood unchallenged for over 60 years. The previous record holder was Abdul Ghani Minhat of Malaysia, who scored in 11 straight games between 1961 and 1962.
Haaland's remarkable goal-scoring streak has been a key factor in Norway's successful World Cup qualification campaign. With the 4-1 win over Italy, the Landslaget have secured their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. At just 25 years old, Haaland is poised to lead Norway's charge on the global stage, and his pursuit of Cristiano Ronaldo's all-time international goal-scoring record will be a captivating storyline to follow.
