07/13/2026
It all started when Mexican fans unexpectedly embraced Erling Haaland and Norway during the tournament. After Mexico’s elimination, thousands of supporters began cheering for Norway, creating Viking-themed videos, wearing Norwegian colors, and even producing a banda remix of Haaland’s famous Viking chant that quickly went viral across social media.
The moment became even more special when Erling Haaland himself responded, commenting “Les escucho” (“I’m listening”) alongside the Mexican flag and a taco emoji, showing his appreciation for the incredible support coming from Mexico.
Although Norway’s dream of lifting the World Cup came to an end, they left the tournament with something just as meaningful—a second family of fans. What began as a fun internet trend turned into one of the most wholesome stories of the 2026 World Cup, proving that football has the power to unite people from opposite sides of the world.
Gracias, Norway. Mexican fans won’t forget this friendship anytime soon. 🇲🇽🤝🇳🇴❤️
