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Icelanders rally to support Norway in World Cup match

From Morgunblaðið · () Icelandic

Translated from Icelandic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Hundreds gathered in Reykjavik to watch the World Cup match between Norway and England.
  • Many attendees supported Norway, with some expressing admiration for Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland.
  • The event highlighted Iceland's strong sense of community and support for neighboring countries.

Reykjavik buzzed with excitement as hundreds of Icelanders and tourists gathered at Bullseye to watch the third-place match of the men's football World Cup between Norway and England. The atmosphere was described as vibrant, with a clear majority of the crowd supporting Norway.

There are several hundred people in the hall and everyone is in good spirits.

— Elínborg Una EinarsdóttirElínborg Una Einarsdóttir described the atmosphere at the venue where people were watching the World Cup match.

Elínborg Una Einarsdóttir, a football enthusiast and commentator, observed that "about two-thirds are supporting Norway, and the rest are tourists." She added, "I think our Norwegian cousins will take this one." Cheers erupted when Norway scored its first goal, underscoring the collective enthusiasm.

I think our Norwegian cousins will take this one.

— Elínborg Una EinarsdóttirElínborg Una Einarsdóttir shared her prediction for the outcome of the football match.

A particular point of interest was the admiration for Norwegian star Erling Haaland. Einarsdóttir noted, "Generally, people are clearly most excited about Haaland here, and so am I because he recently bought a manuscript of Heimskringla, and I am so pleased when men uphold the saga heritage." This refers to Haaland's purchase of a rare 1594 manuscript of Heimskringla, a collection of Norse king sagas by Snorri Sturluson, for approximately 1.3 million Norwegian kroner (nearly 16 million Icelandic krona).

Generally, people are clearly most excited about Haaland here, and so am I because he recently bought a manuscript of Heimskringla, and I am so pleased when men uphold the saga heritage.

— Elínborg Una EinarsdóttirElínborg Una Einarsdóttir explained her admiration for Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland, linking it to his cultural patronage.

Einarsdóttir concluded by emphasizing the Icelandic spirit: "Icelanders are a nation of great spirit, and it is clear that we stand with our neighbors in Norway." The event showcased not only a shared passion for football but also a strong sense of camaraderie and support among Nordic nations.

Icelanders are a nation of great spirit, and it is clear that we stand with our neighbors in Norway.

— Elínborg Una EinarsdóttirElínborg Una Einarsdóttir commented on the Icelandic people's solidarity with Norway during the World Cup match.
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Originally published by Morgunblaðið in Icelandic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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