Erling Haaland of Norway sets Nordic men's international scoring record with 64 goals, surpassing Zlatan Ibrahimovic of Sweden

On Thursday, September 24, 2026, in Oslo, Norway, Erling Haaland scored two goals in Norway's 3-2 Nations League victory over Denmark. With these goals, Haaland reached 64 international goals in 56 appearances, surpassing Sweden's Zlatan Ibrahimovic (62 goals) to become the highest-scoring Nordic man in international football history. He also moved past Brazil's Ronaldo, who scored 62 goals. The overall Nordic record remains with Sweden's Lotta Schelin (88 goals). Norway's manager praised Haaland's instinct, and Denmark's players acknowledged his threat. Denmark will host Norway on November 17 for a rematch.