Norway reach double figures against Moldova as Man City forward scores five

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10 Sep 2025 • 6:00 AM MYT
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  • Erling Haaland scored five goals as Norway thrashed Moldova 11-1 in Oslo, maintaining their perfect record in Group I.
  • Haaland secured his fifth international hat-trick by half-time, contributing to his remarkable tally of 48 goals in 45 caps.
  • Cristiano Ronaldo equalled a World Cup qualifying record by scoring his 39th goal in Portugal's 3-2 victory over Hungary.
  • Ronaldo's penalty helped Portugal secure a win that keeps them top of Group F.
  • Armenia caused an upset by defeating the Republic of Ireland 2-1, with goals from Eduard Spertsyan and Grant-Leon Ranos.

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