WATCH: Erling Haaland, Martin Ødegaard lead Norway's epic Viking Row celebration after win over Senegal

Norway celebrated their qualification for the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage in style as players joined fans in the iconic Viking Row following a thrilling win over Senegal.

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Martin Ødegaard and other Norway players. (Screen Grab)

Martin Ødegaard and other Norway players. (Screen Grab)

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Erling Haaland's brace powered Norway to a 3-2 victory over Senegal and a place in the knockout stage.

Martin Ødegaard led Norway's players and supporters in the famous Viking Row celebration after the match.

Norway claimed another spectacular win in their ongoing campaign at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. The Norwegian side secured a 3-2 win over Senegal in their Group I clash on Tuesday, June 23 at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Erling Haaland was the star of the game as he scored another brace to seal the game for Norway.

With this spectacular win over Senegal, Norway has claimed their place in the knockout stage of the prestigious tournament. Following the game, the Norway players joined heir passionate supporters in performing the traditional "Viking Row" celebration, led by skipper Martin Ødegaard. 

What is the Viking Row celebration?

Norway supporters have made the Viking Row into one of the standout traditions of the ongoing competition. In this celebration, the fans sit in lines resembling a Viking longship and perform synchronized rowing motions to the rhythm of drums.

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The Viking Row celebration has drawn comparisons to Iceland's famous "Viking Clap" from Euro 2016. The intimidating chant has been displayed during Norway's World Cup games.

After Monday's win over Senegal, Norway's players and coaching staff also took part in the celebrations, joining supporters in a memorable post-game show.

Here is the video:

Norway's next challenge in FIFA World Cup 2026

After Norway's win over Senegal, the Erling Haaland's side will prepare themselves to lock horns against France in their upcoming Group I clash at the FIFA World Cup on Saturday, June 27 at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough. It will be a blockbuster game for sure, as Erling Haaland and France's Kylian Mbappe will face each other at the biggest stage of all time.

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