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Why everyone loves Erling Haaland, Norway’s giant blonde striker
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 11, 2026
· 9 min read
By Ben Church, CNN
(CNN) — After Spain edged past Belgium in dramatic fashion yesterday, we have not one but two quarterfinal matches today.
First, England will look to end Norway’s fairytale run at this World Cup in a match that pits two of the best strikers in the world against each other –...
Key takeaway First, England will look to end Norway’s fairytale run at this World Cup in a match that pits two of the best strikers in the world against each other – Harry Kane and Erling Haaland.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Pasoans who follow international soccer are likely among those swept up in the charm of Erling Haaland, and his visit to Texas, where he was spotted buying cowboy hats, may have sparked local interest in the Norwegian striker. As England and Norway face off in the quarterfinals, El Paso 's own soccer fans will be watching to see if Haaland can lead his team to victory. The city's diverse community, with a strong presence of fans from various countries, will likely be divided in their support for the different teams competing in the World Cup. Haaland's relatable personality and impressive skills on the pitch have made him a fan favorite, and his performance in the tournament will be closely watched by El Pasoans who enjoy the sport. The outcome of the match between England and Norway will be of particular interest, as it will determine which team advances to the semifinals and keeps their World Cup hopes alive.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 9 min
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What is this story about? By Ben Church, CNN
(CNN) — After Spain edged past Belgium in dramatic fashion yesterday, we have not one but two quarterfinal matches today.
First, England will look to end Norway’s fairytale run at this World Cup in a match that pits two of the best strikers in the world against each other –...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 11, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
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