Haaland slams controversial VAR call as Norway crash out to England in World Cup quarter-finals
TL;DR
Erling Haaland voiced bitter disappointment after Norway were eliminated by England in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals, with a VAR decision disallowing Torbjorn Lysaker Heggem’s goal for a foul by Haaland on Elliot Anderson in the build‑up. Haaland called the call “weak” and said it left him empty as Norway’s run ended in extra time; teammate Sander Berge criticized officiating for its inconsistency. England advance to face Argentina in the semis, while a Spidercam‑wire controversy around Jude Bellingham’s equaliser added to the post-match drama.
- ‘Weak’ - Erling Haaland fumes at huge decision involving new Man City team-mate Elliot Anderson as VAR frustrates Norway in World Cup quarter-final clash with England Goal.com
- Tuchel and Bellingham need to cool tension with England so close to history | Jacob Steinberg The Guardian
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- Norway head coach fumes at 'clear' TV cable assist for England goal ESPN
- World Cup 2026: Jude Bellingham and Thomas Tuchel's ‘battle of wills’ is healthy for England Sky Sports
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