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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.
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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.
Associated Press
· Jun 26, 2026
Norway’s fans ready for battle at Boston stadium
Norway fans are hyped up before its game against France as they take over Patriot Place before heading into Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
Euronews
· 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.
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
The Local Norway
· Jun 24, 2026
What's the story behind Norway's 'Viking 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.
Sweden Herald
· Jul 9, 2026
Norwegian fans taunt Sweden after Brazil win, saying Norway has the better genes
Norwegian fans taunt Sweden after Brazil win, saying Norway has the better genes
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Related coverage for "The Viking chant that became Norway's World Cup rallying cry": Utusan Malaysia — Dayung Viking bawa Norway ke pusingan kalah mati. Associated Press — Norway’s fans ready for battle at Boston stadium. Euronews — Norway fans take over Times Square with Viking row. Al Jazeera English — Haaland inspired Norway stun Brazil in historic World Cup knockout win. The Local Norway — What's the story behind Norway's 'Viking row' football chant . Sweden Herald — Norwegian fans taunt Sweden after Brazil win, saying Norway has the better genes