In a one-sided 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, Norway delivered a commanding performance to thrash Moldova 4-0 on their home turf. The visitors, led by star striker Erling Haaland, took control of the match early, scoring all four goals in the first half.

This victory solidifies Norway's position as the favorites in Group I, with their main competition likely coming from either Italy or Germany, depending on the outcome of their Nations League playoff. The group also includes Israel and Estonia.

FIFA World Cup 2026, Qualifiers

Moldova - Norway 0:5 (0:4)
Goals: Ryerson, 5 (0:1); Håland E., 23 (0:2); Aasgaard T., 38 (0:3); Sørloth, 43 (0:4); Dönnum, 69 (0:5)

Moldova: Celeadnic D.; Reabciuk; Baboglo; Craciun; Mudrac; Revenco (Cojocaru, 46); Raţă V. (Posmac, 81); Moțpan (Stînă, 80); Caimacov (Boiciuc A., 87); Nicolaescu I. (Bodișteanu, 65); Postolachi
Bench: Avram Cr.; Cojuhar Andrei; Dumbravanu; Pușcaș; Lungu; Motoc; Platica S.
Yellow Cards: Raţă V. 78

Norway: Nyland; Ajer; Ostigard (Heggem, 37); Wolfe; Ryerson; Berge; Odegaard; Aasgaard T. (Berg P., 63); Schjelderup (Hauge, 63); Sørloth (Dönnum, 63); Håland E. (Botheim, 78)
Bench: Dyngeland; Selvik; Gregersen; Holmgren Pedersen; Hanche-Olsen; Myhre; Johnsen L.B.
Yellow Cards: Ajer 86