Watched by a crowd of over 63,000, the scene painted a picture of summertime soccer in New England.
Here’s a look at some of the best photos from a special occasion:
Iraqi fans pose for a photo outside of “Boston Stadium” (Gillette Stadium) prior to the World Cup game against Norway. – Via Hussein Hammouda/Boston.comFans line the tunnel prior to kickoff awaiting the arrival of players. – Via Hussein Hammouda/Boston.comFans wait to enter the stadium prior to the Iraq vs. Norway World Cup game. – Via Hussein Hammouda/Boston.comErling Haaland celebrates one of his two goals against Iraq in Norway’s World Cup win. – Via Hussein Hammouda/Boston.comNorwegian midfielder Martin Ødegaard during the World Cup win against Iraq. – Via Hussein Hammouda/Boston.comErling Haaland goes to his usual goal celebration after scoring in Norway’s World Cup win over Iraq at “Boston Stadium” (Gillette Stadium). – Via Hussein Hammouda/Boston.comFans watch Iraq-Norway during the World Cup at “Boston Stadium” (Gillette Stadium). – Via Hussein Hammouda/Boston.comClutch the Bald Eagle and an Iraqi fan interact at the World Cup in “Boston Stadium” (Gillette Stadium). – Via Hussein Hammouda/Boston.comIraq tries to play its way through the Norwegian defense during the World Cup. – Via Hussein Hammouda/Boston.comNorwegian defender Sondre Langås greets a fan at the Iraq-Norway World Cup matchup at “Boston Stadium” (Gillette Stadium). – Via Hussein Hammouda/Boston.com
Hayden Bird is a sports staff writer for Boston.com, where he has worked since 2016. He covers all things sports in New England.
