Erling Haaland's World Cup Ends In a Shocking Place Erling Haaland's World Cup dreams were supposed to be a fairy tale for the ages, but Saturday's quarterfinal defeat at the hands of England served as a scathing reality check.
The Norwegian striker had been electrifying the tournament with his goal scoring prowess, but he was relegated to the bench in the crucial match against the Three Lions.
Haaland's lackluster performance on the field was jarring, especially considering his team's high hopes and expectations.