World Cup qualifying roundup: Haaland shatters Italy to seal Norway return to finals

<ul><li><p>Portugal qualify after thrashing Armenia 9-1</p></li><li><p>Result seals top spot above Ireland in Group F</p></li></ul><p>Norway qualified for the 2026 World Cup after a 4-1 win away to Italy in their final group match, condemning the hosts, who have missed out on the last two editions of the tournament, to the playoffs. The group winners will compete at the World Cup for the first time since 1998.</p><p>Norway ended the qualifying campaign with a perfect record of eight wins, finishing six points ahead of Italy, who will compete in the playoffs for the third consecutive occasion.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/nov/16/world-cup-roundup-portugal-armenia-italy-norway">Continue reading...</a>