Norway World Cup fans take NYC by storm as they crash Times Square yoga and perform epic subway Viking Row
The Independent • • sports
Key Points:
- Norway fans brought their Viking Row tradition to New York City's Times Square ahead of their World Cup match against Senegal, disrupting a summer solstice yoga class nearby.
- Videos of the fans rowing on the subway floor during Monday's rush hour and on the red steps have gone viral, highlighting the growing World Cup enthusiasm in the U.S.
- Social media reactions praised the fans' spirited presence and impact on American soccer culture, though some criticized their choice to sit on the dirty subway floor.
- Norway, making their first World Cup appearance in 28 years, won their opening match against Iraq 4-1, with striker Erling Haaland scoring twice and sparking nationwide celebrations.
- Norway will face Senegal Monday night in a crucial group stage match before returning to Boston to play France in their final group game on Friday.
