Haaland's Humblebrag: A Look Behind Norway's Unlikely World Cup Run Erling Haaland, the Norwegian striker who has been making waves in the World Cup, recently called on the media to put pressure on England ahead of their quarter final match.
His comments suggest that England is one of the outright favourites to win the tournament.
Haaland's remarks reflect a broader pattern in international football where teams from smaller nations often outperform against more established counterparts.