Holland's five goals ensured Norway's victory over Moldova in qualifying for the 2026 World Cup

The Norwegian team beat the Moldovan national team in the qualifying match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match was held in Oslo on September 9 and ended with a score of 11:1 in favor of the hosts.

Erling Holand, who scored five goals (11th, 36th, 43rd, 52nd, 83rd minutes) and Osgor's Body, who scored poker (scored four goals in the 67th minute, 76th, 79th and 90+1-th). Martin Edegaard (45+1st) and Felix Murat (6th) also scored one goal each. In addition, the only goal for the losing team was scored by Norwegian national team player Leo Estigor, who scored in his own goal in the 74th minute.

This result was one of the worst in Moldova's history — the team that did not score any points is on the fifth line in the standings, which is led by the Norwegian national team with 15 points.

The Norwegian national team will face Israel at the Ullevol stadium on October 11, and Moldova will play on October 14. Le Kok Arena" with the Estonian national team.

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