Match report
Norway 11–1 Moldova: Haaland Stuns in World Cup Qualification
Norway
11–1
FT
Moldova
Sep 9, 2025
Norway's Erling Haaland and Tore Aasgaard starred in a remarkable 11-1 victory over Moldova in a World Cup Qualification match. Haaland netted six times and Aasgaard added three goals, including a penalty, as Norway secured a dominant win to solidify their position in the group.
Key Facts
- • Norway defeated Moldova 11-1 in World Cup Qualification.
- • Erling Haaland scored six goals and provided two assists.
- • Tore Aasgaard scored three goals, including a penalty.
- • The match saw two own goals, both benefiting Norway.
- • Norway's M. Ødegaard and Felix Horn Myhre also contributed to the win.
Lineups
Norway
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 O. Nyland (G)
- 14 J. Ryerson (D)
- 3 K. Ajer (D)
- 17 T. Heggem (D)
- 5 D. M. Wolfe (D)
- 10 M. Odegaard (M)
- 8 S. Berge (M)
- 11 F. Myhre (M)
- 7 A. Sorloth (F)
- 9 E. Haaland (F)
- 20 A. Nusa (F)
Substitutes
- 12 M. Dyngeland
- 13 E. Selvik
- 2 M. Thorsby
- 4 L. Ostigard
- 6 P. Berg
- 15 A. Heggebo
- 16 M. Pedersen
- 18 T. Aasgaard
- 19 A. Donnum
- 21 A. Hanche-Olsen
- 22 O. Bobb
- 23 A. Schjelderup
Moldova
Formation: 5-4-1
Starting XI
- 12 C. Avram (G)
- 8 N. Motpan (D)
- 14 A. Craciun (D)
- 4 V. Baboglo (D)
- 20 S. Platica (D)
- 2 O. Reabciuk (D)
- 11 M. Caimacov (M)
- 22 V. Rata (M)
- 7 A. Ionita (M)
- 17 V. Postolachi (M)
- 9 I. Nicolaescu (F)
Substitutes
- 1 N. Cebotari
- 23 E. Timbur
- 3 M. Stefan
- 5 I. Iovu
- 6 C. Dros
- 10 S. Bodisteanu
- 13 M. Cojocaru
- 15 I. Bors
- 16 V. Stina
- 18 V. Bogaciuc
- 19 D. Dumbravanu
- 21 S. Perciun
Timeline
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6' Norway Goal · Normal GoalFelix Horn Myhre · Assist: E. Haaland
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11' Norway Goal · Normal GoalE. Haaland · Assist: Felix Horn Myhre
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36' Norway Goal · Normal GoalE. Haaland · Assist: M. Ødegaard
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43' Norway Goal · Normal GoalE. Haaland · Assist: M. Ødegaard
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45' Norway Goal · Normal GoalM. Ødegaard
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46' Moldova subst · Substitution 1Off: V. Postolachi · On: S. Bodisteanu
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46' Moldova subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Ioniţă · On: Daniel Dumbravanu
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52' Norway Goal · Normal GoalE. Haaland · Assist: D. M. Wolfe
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58' Moldova Card · Yellow CardM. Caimacov
Foul
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61' Moldova subst · Substitution 3Off: Nichita Moțpan · On: M. Cojocaru
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64' Norway subst · Substitution 1Off: Felix Horn Myhre · On: T. Aasgaard
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64' Norway subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Sorloth · On: O. Bobb
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67' Norway Goal · Normal GoalT. Aasgaard
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73' Norway subst · Substitution 3Off: K. Ajer · On: Leo Østigård
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73' Norway subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Nusa · On: Andreas Schjelderup
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74' Moldova Goal · Own GoalLeo Østigård
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76' Norway Goal · Own GoalS. Plătică
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79' Norway Goal · PenaltyT. Aasgaard
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80' Moldova subst · Substitution 4Off: Vadim Rață · On: V. Bogaciuc
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83' Norway Goal · Normal GoalE. Haaland · Assist: J. Ryerson
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88' Moldova subst · Substitution 5Off: M. Caimacov · On: C. Dros
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90'+2 Norway subst · Substitution 5Off: E. Haaland · On: A. Heggebo
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90' Norway Goal · Normal GoalT. Aasgaard · Assist: E. Haaland
Match Stats
| Stat | Norway | Moldova |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 6 | 10 |
| Pass Accuracy | 91% | 77% |
| Offsides | — | — |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 34 | 2 |
| Corners | 4 | 1 |
| Total Passes | 654 | 270 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 9 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 17 | 0 |
| xG | 8.10 | 0.17 |
| Shots off Target | 8 | 1 |
| Possession | 71% | 29% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 594 | 207 |
| Shots Inside Box | 29 | 2 |
| Saves | 0 | 6 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 0 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Haaland's early goals in the 6th and 11th minutes set the tone for Norway's dominance.
- ▸ Moldova's substitutions at the 46th and 61st minutes failed to halt Norway's scoring momentum.
- ▸ Aasgaard's penalty in the 79th minute further extended Norway's lead, ensuring a comfortable victory.