Haaland misses two penalties but scores as Norway lead Israel 3-0

Erling Haaland missed two penalties but later scored as Norway moved within sight of the 2026 World Cup after a 3-0 lead into halftime against Israel in a qualifying match at Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo on Saturday. The Manchester City forward had an early third minute penalty saved by Israel goalkeeper Daniel Peretz, was awarded a retake after referee Szymon Marciniak ruled Peretz had left his line too soon, and saw the retaken spot kick kept out again by the same goalkeeper before Haaland struck in the 27th minute to restore Norway's advantage.

The match began with an early foul in the box when Patrick Berg was brought down by Dan Biton, prompting the initial penalty. Peretz dived to his right to parry Haaland's first low attempt. Marciniak then ordered a retake after determining the goalkeeper moved off his line prematurely. Haaland's second attempt was aimed the other way, but Peretz anticipated correctly and pushed the ball away once more, leaving Haaland visibly frustrated on the sideline.

Norway did not remain behind for long. Anan Khalaili turned the ball into his own net in the 18th minute to give the hosts the lead. Haaland finished a well-placed pass from Alexander...