Haaland's Father Blasts Referee After Norway's Shocking World Cup Defeat to England
Associated Press—Erling Haaland's father Alfie publicly attacked the referee after Norway suffered a shocking World Cup elimination loss to England, calling the result a robbery. Erling Haaland had become the tournament's most-watched player, a dual phenomenon as a prolific scorer on the field and a viral internet sensation off it. The defeat eliminated or critically damaged Norway's World Cup ambitions despite Haaland's personal scoring output throughout the tournament.
- Associated Press — Haaland became a viral 'babygirl' internet phenomenon throughout the tournament alongside his on-field exploits
- Breitbart — World Cup Star Erling Haaland’s Dad Says Norway 'Got Robbed' After Shocking Loss to England.
- USA Today — Father Alfie publicly complained to media about the officiating after the England loss