Norway's Viking cheer that's taking over the World Cup: Erling Haaland and Co ignore the woke critics as their fans back the team with 'rowing' - and it's even reached their parliament!
Norway is leaning into its centuries-old Viking history - with fans, players and politicians on board - to boost their team at the country's first World Cup in 28 years.

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- Primary source: Daily Mail
- Published: Jun 19, 2026, 3:59 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Sports
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