Haaland Scores Twice to Help Norway Reach Quarter-finals for the First Time, Calls it "Never Dreamed Of"

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(Central News Agency, East Rutherford, New Jersey, July 6) Norwegian rising star Haaland scored twice today, leading the "Viking Army" to a 2-1 victory over five-time champions Brazil, marking their first-ever advancement to the World Cup quarter-finals. He admitted after the match that this victory was something he had "never dreamed of in my life."

According to Agence France-Presse, Haaland (Erling Haaland) scored both of Norway's goals in this match, bringing his tally to 7 goals in this World Cup, placing him at the top of the Golden Boot standings alongside Lionel Messi of Argentina and Kylian Mbappe of France.

After the match, Haaland stated, "I can't believe it because this is something I've never dreamed of in my life."

"I dreamed of playing in the World Cup for Norway, and I dreamed of leading the national team to the World Cup, but honestly, I never thought we could beat Brazil. I used to think some things were impossible, but it seems I was wrong."

This victory also extends Norway's unbeaten record against Brazil. In their five previous encounters, Norway has secured 3 wins and 2 draws, never losing to the South American powerhouse Brazil, who have won the World Cup five times.

Norway will face England in Miami on the 11th to compete for a spot in the semi-finals.

Haaland, who has represented Norway in 54 matches and scored 62 goals, said, "It's truly unbelievable to win, it feels a bit unreal. As a footballer, you naturally want to participate in the World Cup and perform well, but scoring 7 goals for Norway in the World Cup feels truly special."

"It's all too unreal, I really don't know what to say, it's hard to put into words how I feel and what I've accomplished. I need to pinch myself (to remind myself I'm not dreaming) because this is a big deal!" (Compiled by Shi Shi) 1150706

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