Genoa centre-back Leo Ostigard became the first Serie A player to score a goal at the 2026 World Cup, contributing to Norway’s 4-1 win over Iraq.
There’s finally a Serie A goal at the World Cup, scored by Genoa defender Ostigard.
The 26-year-old netted Norway’s third goal with a towering header from a corner kick routine in a 4-1 win over Iraq last night.
It was Norway’s 2026 World Cup debut and marked Ostigard’s second goal in 39 appearances with his national team.
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – JUNE 16: Leo Ostigard #4 of Norway scores his team’s third goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between Iraq and Norway at Boston Stadium on June 16, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)
Norway qualified for the 2026 World Cup by winning their qualification group ahead of Italy, with the Azzurri later eliminated in the play-off.
Video: Ostigard is the first Serie A player to score at the 2026 World Cup
Leo Ostigard heads home 💥
