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Google reveals Erling Haaland surprise with 'Viking Row' in honour of Norway striker
Google’s search page now shows seven cartoon Vikings rowing to honor Haaland’s seven World Cup goals and Norway’s viral fan celebration.
On Thursday, Google launched a playful tribute for Norwegian striker Erling Haaland, displaying seven cartoon Vikings rowing across search results to honor his seven World Cup goals.
This animation celebrates the 'Viking Row,' a terrace tradition the Norway national football team performs after victories, including their 2-1 upset over Brazil last Sunday.
Beyond the stadium, the 25-year-old Manchester City forward has become a digital sensation in China, where fans affectionately call him 'Ha Bao' and create viral memes comparing him to cartoon characters.
Meanwhile, a 2016 rap track featuring Haaland and his former teammates, Flow Kingz, is resurfacing online, garnering millions of views and renewed fan attention.
Norway faces England in the World Cup quarterfinals this Saturday, with Haaland aiming to extend the tournament run that has established him as a leading goal scorer.
Haaland finds an echo in the bar of the “remad, row”, which with that perfect imperfection, has hypnotized big and boys, young and old, diplomats and workers