Erling Haaland (foto: Instagram)
Isabel Haugseng Johansen comforted Erling Haaland after Norway's quarter-final defeat to England, sharing an emotional message that quickly resonated with fans.
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Isabel Haugseng Johansen has broken her silence following Norway's heartbreaking exit from the 2026 World Cup, posting an emotional tribute to Erling Haaland after the striker's dream of winning football's biggest prize came to an end.
Norway's remarkable campaign ended with a 2-1 extra-time defeat to England in the quarter-finals, bringing the country's best World Cup run in decades to a close.
Hours after the final whistle, Johansen shared a touching photograph of herself embracing Haaland and accompanied it with a heartfelt message.
" The adventure is over for now, but we will take the memories with us forever. I'm so proud of you, always."
The post quickly attracted thousands of reactions, with supporters praising both the couple's relationship and Norway's unforgettable tournament.
Although the elimination was painful, Haaland leaves the World Cup with his reputation enhanced. The Manchester City striker scored seven goals and inspired Norway to its deepest run in World Cup history before England ended the fairytale.
Johansen also became one of the unexpected stars of the tournament. Already well known among football fans, she attracted widespread attention for her matchday fashion, with several of her outfits becoming viral hits across social media.
Her custom-made Norway-inspired dress for the quarter-final against England received particular praise from fans and fashion accounts, while her Instagram audience reportedly grew by more than 300 percent during the World Cup.
Throughout Norway's campaign, Johansen was a constant presence in the stands, supporting Haaland and sharing moments from their World Cup journey with millions of followers.
Norway's dream has ended, but Haaland and Johansen leave the tournament as one of football's most talked-about young couples, combining success on the pitch with enormous popularity beyond it.