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Haaland Strikes Twice as Norway Downs Senegal 3-2
23 Jun
Summary
- Erling Haaland scored two goals for Norway.
- Norway defeated Senegal with a final score of 3-2.
- Norway will face France next in a crucial group match.

Norway secured a dramatic 3-2 victory against Senegal on Monday, with star striker Erling Haaland netting twice. This result propels Norway to six points, placing them alongside France at the summit of Group I.
Marcus Pedersen opened the scoring for Norway in the 43rd minute after a defensive misjudgment. Haaland then doubled the lead early in the second half, slotting home after a precise through ball from Martin Odegaard. Despite a spirited fightback from Senegal, who scored through Ismaila Sarr, Haaland's second goal sealed the win for Norway.
Senegal managed to pull a goal back late in added time, again via Sarr, but it wasn't enough. Norway held on to secure the crucial three points, setting up a highly anticipated group decider against France on Friday.