Haaland Scores Brace, Joins Fans in 'Rowing' Celebration

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As Messi and Mbappe each netted two goals, Norway's "monster" striker Haaland also recorded a multi-goal performance, leading his team to the Round of 32. The scoring race among the world's top strikers is heating up early in the tournament.

Reporter Jeon Yeongmin has the story.

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Haaland, who scored twice in his World Cup debut against Iraq, had a frustrating first half in the second match against Senegal.

Late in the first half, he intercepted the ball from the goalkeeper through high pressure, but his left-footed shot hit the post, leaving him visibly frustrated. When his subsequent header was saved by the goalkeeper, he slammed the ground in disappointment once again.

However, the silence did not last long.

In the 3rd minute of the second half, during a counterattack, Haaland finished a brilliant pass from Odegaard, who threaded the ball between two defenders, with a left-footed shot to score in his second consecutive match.

After enjoying a stylish celebration with Odegaard by the corner flag, Haaland found the back of the net again in the 13th minute of the second half, with the score at 2-1.

He redirected a cross from Berg on the flank with his right foot in front of the goal to complete his brace.

Haaland is the sixth player in history to score multiple goals in each of his first two World Cup matches.

Thanks to Haaland's stellar performance, Norway defeated Senegal 3-2, securing their spot in the Round of 32 with two consecutive wins.

The Norwegian players' victory celebration also drew attention.

Much like their national lawmakers and fans cheering in New York's Times Square, the players sat in a line on the pitch and performed the "Viking rowing" celebration in rhythm with captain Odegaard's drumming, fully enjoying the moment.

[Haaland/Norway National Football Team: Norway is something special. Our team is making history, and I am truly proud to be Norwegian.]

With Messi leading the scoring race with five goals, followed by Haaland and Mbappe tied for second with four goals each, the competition for the Golden Boot among the world's best strikers is intensifying.

(Video Editing: Park Ki-deok)
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