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

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July 11, 2026

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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.

The Standard

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· Jul 11, 2026

What is Norway’s 'Viking Row'? World Cup celebration explained before England clash

Norway’s World Cup celebration has become a viral sensation - but what does it mean and where did it all start?

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

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.

The Local Norway

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· Jun 24, 2026

What's the story behind Norway's 'row row' football chant

Norwegian football is taking the World Cup by storm, and it's not only because of the team’s two convincing victories. What’s really catching the world’s attention is the “rowing chant,” a stadium ritual that is quite literally shaking the stands.

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.

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.

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

TRT World

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· Jul 6, 2026

'Viking Row' explained | 2026 World Cup

Norway have reached the World Cup quarter-finals for the very first time after beating Brazil 2-1, with both goals coming form Erling Haaland. But is their viral chant going to be remembered more in the future? What is it? We explain. 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

Sweden Herald

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· Jun 23, 2026

Norway celebrated the World Cup with rowing in a special moment

Norway celebrated the World Cup with rowing in a special moment

OneFootball

· Jul 11, 2026

How Norway produced the Haaland generation 🇳🇴

Norway, a nation traditionally associated with winter sports (shout-out to Lucas Braathen), is experiencing a magical moment on the football pitch.For the first time playing in the quarterfinals of a ...

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.

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

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 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

SkySports

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Norway vs England in World Cup quarter-final LIVE!

Norway vs England in World Cup quarter-final LIVE!

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

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.

Daily Mail

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· Jun 23, 2026

Martin Odegaard and Erling Haaland lead Norway in incredible anti-woke Viking Row celebration after cruising into World Cup knock-outs

Martin Odegaard and Erling Haaland lead Norway in incredible anti-woke Viking Row celebration after cruising into World Cup knock-outs

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!'

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.

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...

DW News

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· Jul 5, 2026

Norway's viral rowing celebration | DW News

Norway are back at the World Cup for the first time since 1998, and they’re taking the tournament by storm with a viral victory celebration that harks back to their Viking seafarer ancestors. #Norway #WorldCup #NorwayRow #dwsports 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

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.

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- ...

NewsInEnglish.no

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· Jun 27, 2026

Norwegians humbled at the World Cup but keep on rowing

Norway had been on a roll during opening matches of the World Cup but met more than its match when it was time to face the last member of its group on Friday. Norwegian head coach Ståle Solbakken had given Norwegian stars Erling Braut Haaland and Morten Ødegaard the day off, and France dominated from []

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.

Vanguard News

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· Jul 12, 2026

‘We put Norway on the map’, says Haaland after World Cup exit

Erling Haaland said Norway's World Cup performances had inspired a new generation despite the disappointment of a 2-1 quarter-final defeat to England after extra-time on Saturday. The post ‘We put Norway on the map’, says Haaland after World Cup exit appeared first on Vanguard News.

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