World Cup shock: Haaland embraced by Norwegian princess after stunning win over Brazil
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Norway's national football team, led by Erling Haaland, unexpectedly defeated five-time champions Brazil 2-1 in the World Cup Round of 16.
- Following the victory, Haaland was celebrating shirtless in the locker room when Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway made a surprise appearance.
- The princess embraced Haaland, causing the star player to blush, in a moment captured and shared online.
Norway's national football team achieved a stunning upset in the World Cup Round of 16, defeating five-time champions Brazil 2-1. The victory, propelled by two goals from star player Erling Haaland, marks a historic achievement for the Norwegian team, echoing their famous 1998 World Cup win against the same opponent.
After the match, the team celebrated exuberantly in the locker room. Haaland, in the heat of the moment, removed his shirt to join the festivities. The celebration took an unexpected turn when Princess Ingrid Alexandra, second in line to the Norwegian throne, made a surprise visit to congratulate the team.
Princess Ingrid Alexandra, known as Norway's "coolest princess," approached Haaland and gave him a warm embrace. The unexpected gesture left the usually formidable striker visibly blushing and shy, a stark contrast to his on-field persona. His younger brother, Prince Sverre Magnus, also joined in with a hug for Haaland.
The heartwarming interaction between the princess and the football star quickly gained attention online, with video clips circulating widely. The moment captured a unique blend of national pride, sporting triumph, and a touch of royal charm, highlighting the significance of the victory for Norway.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.