Erling Haaland scores three goals in a dominant victory against Kosovo, edging closer to breaking Norway’s all-time record.

In a recent interview, Kylian Mbappe opened up about his final season at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), expressing his initial doubts about playing. The French forward admitted, “I was convinced that I wasn’t going to play.” This revelation sheds light on the challenges and uncertainties faced by the talented footballer during his time at the club.

Meanwhile, Erling Haaland showcased his exceptional skills as he led Norway to a resounding 3-0 victory over Kosovo in a friendly match. This win marked Norway’s first triumph of the year, providing a much-needed boost for the team. However, despite Haaland’s impressive performance, Norway failed to qualify for Euro 2024, finishing six points behind Scotland in Group A.

Despite the disappointment of missing out on the European Championship, Haaland had reason to celebrate in Oslo. The Manchester City striker reached a remarkable milestone, scoring his 30th goal in just 32 international appearances. This achievement highlights his incredible talent and goal-scoring prowess.

Haaland’s first goal of the match came after 15 minutes, as he expertly headed the ball into the net from a precise cross by David Moller Wolfe. This goal marked his first for Norway since their 4-0 victory over Cyprus in October of the previous year. Stale Solbakken’s team had to wait until the 70th minute for their second goal, which came as Haaland finished off a swift counter-attack initiated by Antonio Nusa. The Premier League’s golden boot winner showcased his clinical finishing skills once again.

Just five minutes later, Haaland completed his hat-trick, securing his third for his country and the 22nd of his career. This time, he tapped the ball into an empty net after a well-executed link-up play with Aron Donnum. With this hat-trick, Haaland now stands just three goals away from surpassing Jorgen Juve’s record of 33 goals, making him Norway’s all-time top scorer.

Norway’s next challenge awaits them on June 8, as they face Denmark in their upcoming match. Haaland will undoubtedly be eager to continue his impressive goal-scoring form and contribute to his team’s success.