Norway's World Cup Journey Ends with Viking Roar at City Hall Square

Thousands of Norwegian fans braved the elements and queued for up to two days to secure spots at the Rådhusplassen fan zone in Oslo, eager to cheer on their national team against England in the World Cup.

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We are going to wake the king.

The atmosphere in the square was electric from the start. Fans, many adorned in Viking helmets and national colors, sang, played cards, and drank beer while waiting for the match. Some even lined up overnight, demonstrating a fervent dedication to supporting their team. Young fans like Leona Hasle and Noah Kittelsrud Hagen expressed their determination to "wake the king" and force him to celebrate with them, embodying the collective hope for a Norwegian victory.

As the game began, the crowd was fully immersed, reacting to every play with cheers and applause. The mood soared when Andreas Schjelderup scored Norway's opening goal, sending the plaza into a frenzy of joy. Fathers lifted daughters in celebration, scarves waved, and the noise was deafening, punctuated by celebratory fireworks.

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We will force him to celebrate with us.

However, the euphoria was short-lived. England's Jude Bellingham equalized shortly after, silencing the jubilant crowd. The tension escalated when Bellingham set up Harry Kane for a goal that was narrowly ruled offside. This near-miss plunged the Norwegian supporters into a state of disbelief and near silence. Despite the eventual 2-1 loss, the shared experience in the fan zone highlighted the deep passion and unity among Norwegian football supporters.

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The spotlight is on Norway.