Norway's Spectacular Rout Over Moldova: A Historic Football Triumph

Norway's national football team delivered a stunning performance against Moldova, clinching an 11-1 victory during a World Cup qualifying match on Monday. The decisive win propelled Norway to the top of Group I, leading by six points over second-placed Italy, who have a game in hand.

This match marked only the third time in Norway's football history that they scored 11 or more goals. Despite the triumph, Norway's coach, Stale Solbakken, expressed compassion towards his Moldovan counterpart, recognizing the heavy defeat as Moldova's largest ever.

Notably, a Norwegian own goal in the 74th minute briefly uplifted Moldova's spirits. After the match, Norway's star Erling Haaland personally apologized to Moldova's goalkeeper for the relentless scoring, highlighting the critical importance of goal difference in securing World Cup qualification.

(With inputs from agencies.)