Norway’s World Cup team features three players whose dads played together in the 1994 tournament. Kristian Thorstvedt, Alexander Sørloth, and Erling Haaland are following in their fathers’ footsteps.

A Family Affair

Kristian Thorstvedt’s father, Erik, was a goalkeeper in the 1994 World Cup. He admitted to having tears in his eyes when his son took the field against Iraq. Gøran Sørloth, Alexander’s father, described the experience as a ‘fairytale’ coming true.

Erling Haaland’s father, Alf-Inge, also played in the 1994 tournament. The younger Haaland has been a key player for Norway, scoring more than a goal per match. His goalscoring prowess has made some think Norway could be a dark horse in the tournament.

A Legacy of Soccer

Norway’s 1994 World Cup appearance was their first since 1938. The team’s cruel group stage exit left the players with a sense of unfinished business. Now, their sons are carrying on their legacy.

The dads are trying to enjoy the moment and not get carried away. ‘As a former player, I always say, ‘One match at a time’ – that’s the answer for me,’ said Gøran Sørloth.

Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.