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Miami Hosts Norway-England Quarterfinal, Fans Perform Viking Chant

7/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The United States will host the Norway-England World Cup quarterfinal at Miami Stadium, kickoff 5 p.m. Saturday.
Norwegian fans performed the Viking Row chant on Ocean Drive while Miami Beach mayor Steven Meiner and Grorud district mayor Anders Røberg-Larsen joined with a Norwegian flag.
Ole Frøystad created the Viking Row chant over a decade ago, though fans such as Emil Anners Lappen refused to join, citing historical inaccuracy.

History

Historical Context

In July 1994 FIFA chose the United States to host the World Cup, awarding the bid on July 4, 1988. The tournament set a record total attendance of 3,587,538 and prompted major upgrades to venues such as Miami’s Orange Bowl. Those upgrades now enable the stadium to stage a Norway-England quarter-final, illustrating the lasting legacy of the 1994 event.

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Story summary

The United States will host the Norway-England World Cup quarterfinal at Miami Stadium, kickoff 5 p.m. Saturday.
Norwegian fans performed the Viking Row chant on Ocean Drive while Miami Beach mayor Steven Meiner and Grorud district mayor Anders Røberg-Larsen joined with a Norwegian flag.
Ole Frøystad created the Viking Row chant over a decade ago, though fans such as Emil Anners Lappen refused to join, citing historical inaccuracy.

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