Haaland subbed off in extra time – coach cites muscle cramps

Norway were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup at the quarter-final stage, losing 2-1 to England. Coach Stale Solbakken explained that Erling Haaland was substituted during extra time due to muscle cramps, calling it an easy decision given the striker's condition. The match was also marked by controversy surrounding the so-called "cable affair."