Haaland slams controversial VAR call as Norway crash out to England in World Cup quarter-finals
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.