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Norwegian Fans Perform ‘Viking Row’ at Times Square

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Footage shows Norwegian football fans flooding New York’s Times Square and performing the “Viking Row” ahead of Norway’s Group I match against Senegal.

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Anadolu Agency

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· Jun 22, 2026

Norwegian fans stage Viking rowing display in Times Square during World Cup

Gathering at Red Glass Stairs, supporters chant 'Hoo! Hoo!'

Associated Press

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· Jun 22, 2026

Norway fans do a 'Viking Row' in Times Square

Norway fans do a "Viking Row" in Times Square the day before the Norway vs. Senegal World Cup match.

Fox News

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· Jun 22, 2026

Norway World Cup fans take over Times Square as team prepares for Senegal match

Norway fans performed the Viking Row in Times Square before their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group I match against Senegal at New York New Jersey Stadium.

NBC News

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· Jun 23, 2026

El famoso "Viking Row" se hizo presente con los fans de Noruega

Los seguidores de Noruega protagonizaron uno de los momentos más llamativos de la jornada al realizar el tradicional Viking Row durante el partido ante Senegal. La afición escandinava volvió a demostrar su pasión en la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026.

Metro

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· Jul 11, 2026

The story behind Norway’s Viking row celebration going viral at the World Cup

The story behind Norway’s Viking row celebration going viral at the World Cup

JFeed

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· Jul 1, 2026

Norway's "Viking Row" Takes Over the World Cup After Historic Win Over Ivory Coast | WATCH

Norway's Viking Row celebration went viral again after Haaland's late goal beat Ivory Coast, sending Norway to the World Cup Round of 16.

Reuters

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· Jun 23, 2026

Norwegian fans perform 'Viking Row' outside royal palace

Norway fans performed the iconic "Viking Row" outside the Royal Palace in central Oslo, after Norway won its World Cup match against Senegal 3-2. #worldcup #sports #soccer #fifaworldcup #norway

brazilnews.net

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· Jul 5, 2026

"Worth the 28-year wait": Haaland leads 'Viking Row' celebration after Norway secures first-ever FIFA WC QF seat

New York [US], July 6 (ANI): Norway's famous 'Viking Row' celebration echoed around MetLife Stadium after the Scandinavian nation scripted the biggest result in its football history, defeating five-time champions Brazil 2-1 to reach the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals for the first time.With thousands of Norwegian supporters moving in perfect synchronisation to imitate the rowing of a traditional Viking ship, the

CNN

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· Jun 22, 2026

The story behind Norway's viral ‘viking row’

From Times Square to the waters around Manhattan, Norway fans have taken their "viking row" across World Cup host cities. Here's the story behind the viral tradition and the man known as "Mr. Row Row" who helped popularize it.

Euronews

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· Jun 22, 2026

Norway fans take over Times Square with Viking row

Norwegian supporters in Viking helmets and national colours packed Times Square, chanting and singing before Norway’s Group I match against Senegal.

Sweden Herald

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· Jul 12, 2026

Norway fans party in Oslo despite World Cup exit: We are so proud

Norway fans party in Oslo despite World Cup exit: We are so proud

NDTV

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· Jun 23, 2026

Norway's Viking Row Explained: Why Fans Do It at the World Cup

It started on an escalator in Boston. By the time Norway's parliament paused a session to do it, the Viking Row had become the defining fan moment of the 2026 World Cup.

Al Jazeera English

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· Jul 6, 2026

Haaland inspired Norway stun Brazil in historic World Cup knockout win

Norway fans celebrate with viking rows from outside the stadium in New Jersey to Oslo as the team stuns five-time World Cup champions Brazil 2-1 to advance to the quarterfinals for the first time ever. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

Al Arabiya English

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· Jul 1, 2026

Norway Fans Celebrate World Cup Win

Norwegian football fans celebrate their team’s World Cup win with the trademark ‘Viking Row’ outside the Royal Palace in Oslo. #Norway

FOX Sports Digital

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· Jun 30, 2026

What Is The 'Viking Row' And Why Is Norway Doing It At The World Cup?

Everything to know about how Norway's Viking Row celebration came to be at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jun 23, 2026

Dayung Viking bawa Norway ke pusingan kalah mati

EAST RUTHERFORD: Norway bukan sahaja mencuri perhatian dengan kemenangan 3-2 ke atas Senegal, malah sambutan ikonik “dayung Viking” menjadi simbol kebangkitan mereka di pentas Piala Dunia 2026. Kejayaan itu mengesahkan kemaraan Norway ke pusingan 32 terbaik buat kali pertama sejak penampilan terakhir mereka pada edisi 1998. Selepas wisel penamat ditiup, kapten Martin Odegaard dan penyerang ... Read more The post Dayung Viking bawa Norway ke pusingan kalah mati appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

The Local Norway

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· Jul 10, 2026

Night transport and closed roads: Oslo gears up for Norway’s World Cup clash

The Norwegian capital is braced for an unprecedented wave of football fans descending onto the streets this weekend as Norway takes on England in a historic World Cup quarter-final on Saturday.

Daily Mail

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· Jul 11, 2026

Holidays with Haaland: As England prepare to play Norway tonight, our ultimate guide to enjoying the Land of Vikings

Holidays with Haaland: As England prepare to play Norway tonight, our ultimate guide to enjoying the Land of Vikings

SkySports

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Norway vs England in World Cup quarter-final LIVE!

Norway vs England in World Cup quarter-final LIVE!

Jezebel

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· Jun 23, 2026

Norway Fans Take Over Times Square, Hearts, Minds

The Viking Army is the latest fandom to go viral with their ro chant.

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 11, 2026

How One Viking Turned America Into His Biggest Fan

Vikings landed on the shores of the United States in early June, and while their numbers are few, they’re dominating American pop culture this summer. Team Norway and its biggest star, 6-foot-5 Erling Haaland, are having an outsize impact on American hearts — and World Cup soccer — as they dazzle fans with their on- ...

NPR News

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· Jun 25, 2026

The Viking chant that became Norway's World Cup rallying cry

Norway's long-awaited World Cup return is being powered by a viral Viking rowing chant that's sweeping the world, from Boston train stations to Times Square — and the heart of Norway's parliament.

The i Paper

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· Jul 11, 2026

England vs Norway heads to extra-time in tense World Cup quarter-final

Follow The i Paper's live blog for the latest updates and news as England take on Norway for a spot in the World Cup semi-finals

Kuwait Times

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· Jul 6, 2026

Norway dance to Haaland’s beat in ‘surreal’ World Cup run

EAST RUTHERFORD: Erling Haaland led Norway’s now-famous “Viking Row” celebrations by banging the drum in front of their massed supporters after the win over Brazil - and the team i...

DW News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Heartbroken but proud: Norwegians react to England World Cup loss | DW News

Norway lost 2-1 to England and is out of the World Cup, but that didn't stop football-loving Norwegians from continuing the party. Thousands of fans honored their team with a 'Viking row' outside the Royal Palace in Oslo, celebrating a historic tournament run. #worldcup2026 #norway #quarterfinals #vikingrow #fans #dwnews For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

TRT World

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· Jun 23, 2026

World Cup trend: the Viking row

Who needs a victory dance when you've got a Viking row? Norway's World Cup return has unleashed a celebration that's taking over stadiums, streets and fans across the globe. Subscribe: http://trt.world/subscribe Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook X (Twitter): http://trt.world/twitter Instagram: http://trt.world/instagram TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@trtworld WhatsApp: trtworld.com/whatsapp Telegram: https://t.me/trtworld Visit our website: http://trt.world

101GREATGOALS.COM

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· Jul 10, 2026

Norway v England: Expected line-ups, stats and where to watch as Three Lions target semi-final spot at 2026 World Cup

England take on Norway on Saturday night with a place in the World Cup semi-finals up for grabs. Read our in-depth preview here...

CBS Sports

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· Jul 10, 2026

Norway invite pressure as dream World Cup return continues with quarterfinal match against England

Norway, at the World Cup for the first time since 1998, are making serious noise on the back of a generation of talent headlined by Erling Haaland

CBC | Sports News

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· Jul 11, 2026

Stubborn Norway fan refuses to do Viking Row at World Cup because it's factually inaccurate

When Norway beat Brazil in the World Cup on Sunday, fans around the world erupted in celebration by performing the so-called Viking Row. Except, that is, for Emil Anners Lappen.

The Standard

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· Jul 6, 2026

When do England play Norway in World Cup quarter-final?

Three Lions march into World Cup last eight

GiveMeSport

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· Jun 22, 2026

Norway fans' 'Viking Row': Viral World Cup Trend Explained

Norwegian supporters following Erling Haaland and Co. at World Cup 2026 have entertained football fans with their choreography

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