World Cup 2026: Norwegians' 'ruuuuuu' chant follows triumph over 'Seleção'
Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Norway celebrated their 2-1 victory over Brazil in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals with a traditional Viking Row celebration.
- Erling Haaland was the star of the match, scoring both goals for Norway.
- The win propelled Norway into the semifinals of the tournament.
Norway has advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Brazil, celebrating their triumph with their signature "Viking Row" chant.
Star striker Erling Haaland was the undisputed hero of the match, netting both goals that secured Norway's place in the next round. The team's jubilant celebration, involving players and fans alike, underscored the significance of the win.
Captain Martin Ødegaard, usually the "drummer" for these celebrations, was joined by Haaland, the tournament's leading scorer with seven goals, in leading the "ruuuuuu" chant. This unique display of team spirit and national pride has become a hallmark of Norway's World Cup campaign.
The "Viking Row" is a distinctive celebration where the team forms a line, linking arms and jumping in unison to a rhythmic chant. It's a powerful visual representation of their unity and determination as they continue their impressive run in the tournament.
Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.