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The story behind Norway’s Viking row celebration going viral at the World Cup
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JFeed
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
Norway vs England in World Cup quarter-final LIVE!
Norway vs England in World Cup quarter-final LIVE!
The i Paper
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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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