New Delhi, July 9 -- Erling Haaland has turned Wayne Rooney's playful jibe into one of the important talking points of the FIFA World Cup 2026. After the former England captain said he would row down the River Mersey if Norway reached the quarter-finals, Haaland delivered the perfect reply.

The Manchester City striker scored both goals in Norway's 2-1 shock win over Brazil in the round of 16. Speaking ahead of Saturday's quarterfinal agme against England in Miami, Haaland said: "That's all I want to see now. Wayne Rooney, I expect you to go out on a rowing trip."

Wayne Rooney made the light-hearted bet last week while analysing Norway's chances. What was meant as friendly banter has now become extra fuel for the Norwegian team. Erling H...