Several outlets report that Erling Haaland has teased former England captain Wayne Rooney about a promise connected to Norway’s World Cup result. The story centers on Rooney’s claim that he would row down the River Mersey if Norway beat Brazil in the FIFA World Cup. After Norway’s win, Haaland is said to have reminded Rooney of the bet, with multiple reports describing the exchange as a light-hearted reminder that Rooney should follow through.
Coverage notes that Rooney has previously discussed being asked about the pledge and whether the “bet” was actually his, suggesting he is being quizzed publicly about the commitment. ESPN and Yahoo Sports both frame Haaland’s message as a follow-up to Rooney’s earlier remarks, while additional excerpts from other publications describe the reaction and the renewed attention on the rowing promise.
Overall, the reports agree on the core facts: Rooney makes a River Mersey rowing bet tied to Norway beating Brazil; Norway does win; and Haaland publicly brings the promise back into the spotlight.
