Haaland starred in Norway’s stunning 11-1 World Cup qualifying win over Moldova on September 9, 2025. The match was held at Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo. Haaland scored five goals during the game. He helped Norway stay perfect in qualifying.
The striker opened the scoring within 11 minutes. He added two more goals before half-time, completing a fast hat-trick. In the second half, Haaland scored again in the 52nd and 83rd minutes. He also recorded two assists. Norway’s lead over their group rivals widened further.
Norway now top their qualifying group with five wins from five games. The result brings them closer to their first World Cup since 1998. Italy trails in second place with a game in hand. Moldova remains bottom, suffering their worst defeat ever.
Haaland’s five-goal haul was historic. It marked his highest single-match goal total for Norway. It also lifted his qualifying goal tally. His performance ranks among the best in European qualifying history.
The match featured other notable displays too. Substitute Thelo Aasgaard scored four goals of his own. Martin Ødegaard added another. There was even an own goal by Moldova.
Haaland remains on a scoring tear for his country. This outing added to his growing reputation. His tally for Norway now stands near fifty goals in under fifty matches. This form fuels fans’ hopes of seeing Haaland lead Norway to the 2026 World Cup.
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