The Norwegian national football team has gone viral after unveiling a striking Viking-themed squad photograph ahead of its long-awaited return to football's biggest tournament.

The road to the FIFA World Cup 2026 has already produced one of its most memorable images, and it comes from Norway.

The Norwegian national football team has gone viral after unveiling a striking Viking-themed squad photograph ahead of its long-awaited return to football's biggest tournament.

Featuring stars including Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, the image celebrates Norway's rich Norse heritage while marking the country's first FIFA World Cup appearance since 1998.

While national team photos are often routine affairs and rather boring, Norway opted for something far more ambitious.