After England defeated Norway, Erling Haaland was taken off late in the quarter-final match. Norway manager clarified the decision to sub off Haaland, who had played 84 minutes. Norway’s former international Alf-Inge Haaland criticized the referee’s calls during the game. In a social media post, Erling Haaland stated Norway now has worldwide focus following its run, with his social media following surging by 22 million. He also issued an emotional farewell message after Norway exited the tournament in the USA.