A beautiful World Cup story that comes full circle after 32 years.
Football is more than just a game—it is a legacy passed from one generation to the next. And Norway have given us one of the most heartwarming stories of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
At the 1994 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Norway’s squad included: Erik Thorstvedt, Alf-Inge Haaland and Gøran Sørloth
Thirty-two years later, at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, their sons are proudly wearing the Norway shirt on the same stage: Kristian Thorstvedt, Erling Haaland and Alexander Sørloth.
A remarkable coincidence that perfectly captures the beauty of football.
The fathers once lived their World Cup dream, and now their sons are carrying that legacy forward—making history together for Norway on football’s biggest stage.
With Norway reaching the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals for the first time ever, this story becomes even more special. It is a reminder that football is not just about trophies and results—it is about family, legacy, dreams, and generations inspiring one another.
Norway’s World Cup story re-written by destiny after 32 years
*As fathers pass batons to sons
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