Norway 5-0 Israel Player Ratings: Haaland Rated 10/10 as His Hat-Trick Seals Dominant 5-0 Victory

Haaland penalty drama in the Norway vs Israel World Cup qualifier on October 11, 2025, is all over the internet! It's not common for the scoring star to mess up, but he missed his first penalty against goalie Daniel Peretz. The ref saw Peretz's foot was off the line, so they let Norwegian striker Haaland try again and he missed that one too, kicking it way over the bar. Fans are teasing him, saying he's "just human," but he came back strong and scored Norway's second goal, keeping his 10-game scoring run alive.

The final 5-0 scoreline against Israel almost doesn't do justice to the sheer dominance we witnessed in this WC Qualification Europe match. It was a one-sided affair from the first whistle to the last.

The story of the game was, unsurprisingly, Erling Haaland. The man is a machine. Even after having a penalty saved early on a moment that might rattle lesser players, he responded by bagging a clinical hat-trick. His partnership with Antonio Nusa, who himself was electric with two assists, was simply too much for the visitors to handle. They tore the Israeli defence to shreds time and time again.

For Israel, it was a day of absolute horror. Defensively they were in shambles, conceding not one, but two calamitous own goals. It felt like every Norwegian attack could result in a goal. This performance was a massive boost for Norway's campaign, while Israel will need to go back to the drawing board after this humbling defeat.

Here are Norway Vs Israel Player Ratings

Norway Player Ratings vs Israel

Here are Norway Player Ratings vs Israel

Goalkeeper

Ørjan Nyland - 6.5: Had one of the easiest nights of his career. He made one straightforward save and spent the rest of the match as a spectator. It’s hard to give a high rating when you're barely involved but a clean sheet is a clean sheet. He did what he had to do with no fuss.

Defenders

Kristoffer Ajer - 7.0: A very composed and steady performance at the heart of the defense. He wasn't really tested by the Israeli attack, which was non-existent. His distribution was crisp, helping to launch attacks from deep. A comfortable evening's work for the big man.

Julian Ryerson - 7.5: Excellent performance from the fullback. He was a constant threat down the right flank, delivering dangerous crosses and creating a big chance. Defensively, he was solid and didn't give his opponent an inch. What stood out to us was his energy levels, which never dropped.

Torbjørn Heggem - 7.0: Looked incredibly assured for an international newcomer. His passing was near-perfect, boasting a 96% accuracy rate which is impressive. He kept it simple and effective, and never looked flustered. A very promising display.

David Møller Wolfe - 6.5: A decent, if unspectacular, outing. He supported the attack well down the left but wasn't as influential as Ryerson on the other side. Defensively, he had little to do. Solid enough, but a quiet game overall.

Midfielders

Sander Berge - 8.0: He completely ran the show from midfield. His towering presence was felt everywhere on the pitch. With a staggering 97% pass accuracy, he dictated the tempo of the game effortlessly. A truly commanding performance.

Patrick Berg - 7.0: The unsung hero in midfield. He did the simple things effectively and won the crucial early penalty that set the tone. His positioning was smart, breaking up the few attacks Israel attempted to muster. A disciplined and important role played well.

Oscar Bobb - 8.0: What a tricky player. He was a nightmare for the Israeli defenders, drawing a remarkable six fouls. He danced past players with ease and his link-up play with the forwards was a joy to watch. A constant creative spark.

Antonio Nusa - 9.5: Absolutely sensational. He was on fire. Two assists, two big chances created, and five successful dribbles tell only part of the story. Every time he got the ball, you felt something was going to happen. He could have easily been the man of the match and is our highest-rated player alongside Haaland.

Forwards

Alexander Sørloth - 7.5: A great shift from the forward. He provided a lovely assist and used his physicality to bully the defenders. His hold-up play was essential, bringing players like Haaland and Nusa into the game. A selfless and effective performance.

Erling Haaland - 10: A hat-trick hero. The missed penalty was a bizarre blip, but his reaction was pure predator. He was simply unstoppable in the box, scoring with his right foot and two headers. He just finds a way to score. A phenomenal goalscoring display.

Substitutes

Fredrik Bjørkan, Aron Dønnum, Thelo Aasgaard, Jørgen Strand Larsen - N/A: They all came on when the game was already over as a contest. They kept the team's shape and saw out a massive victory.

Manager

S. Solbakken - 9.0: His tactical plan was executed to perfection. He set his team up to be aggressive, press high, and attack with freedom. The system brought the best out of his star players. A flawless night from the gaffer.

Israel Player Ratings vs Norway

Here are Israel Player Ratings vs Norway

Goalkeeper

Daniel Peretz - 5.0: What a bizarre game for a goalkeeper. He produced a moment of magic to save Haaland's penalty, a genuinely world-class stop. However, he then conceded five goals and was credited with an error leading to a goal. It's tough to rate him, but conceding five is never good.

Defenders

Eli Dasa - 4.5: As the captain, he needed to lead, but his backline was a total shambles. He was overwhelmed by the movement of Norway's attackers, especially Nusa. A very, very difficult evening for him and a performance he'll want to forget quickly.

Roy Revivo - 4.0: He had a torrid time trying to contain Norway's right side. He was dribbled past with ease and looked off the pace all game. We noticed his body language showed complete frustration. He just couldn't cope with the intensity.

Idan Nachmias - 2.0: A personal disaster for the defender. In just 32 minutes, he scored an own goal, was at fault for another, and then had to be substituted due to injury. It doesn't get much worse than that. You have to feel for the lad.

Or Blorian - 3.5: Looked completely lost. While he made a few clearances, he was constantly caught out of position and was dribbled past three times. The Norwegian attackers seemed to target him. A very poor showing.

Midfielders

Mohammed Abu Fani - 5.0: The game completely passed him by. He was unable to get a foothold in the midfield battle and was rightly substituted at halftime. He chased shadows for 45 minutes.

Manor Solomon - 5.0: For a player of his talent, this was a shockingly anonymous performance. He was expected to be Israel's main creative outlet but offered nothing. He lost possession frequently and was a non-factor in the game. A huge disappointment.

Dan Biton - 4.0: His clumsy challenge gave away the penalty inside the first five minutes, setting the tone for a catastrophic defensive display from the entire team. After that, he was largely ineffective and struggled to make any positive impact.

Eliel Peretz - 5.5: One of the few Israeli players who showed a bit of fight. He won most of his duels and tried to drive his team forward. Unfortunately, he was fighting a lone, losing battle in a completely overrun midfield.

Anan Khalaili - 3.0: A night to forget. He was credited with an own goal and made another error leading to a goal. He looked completely out of his depth against this level of opposition. A truly disastrous performance.

Forwards

Oscar Gloukh - 5.5: He was totally isolated up front. While his passing was tidy, it was all in safe areas far from the Norwegian goal. He had no service and no support. A frustrating night of running with no reward.

Substitutes

Matan Baltaxa, Itamar Noy, Tai Baribo, Guy Mizrahi - N/A: The game was long gone by the time they came on. They were thrown into an impossible situation and couldn't change the tide.

Manager

R. Ben Shimon - 3.0: His team was tactically annihilated. The defensive organization was non-existent, and they had absolutely no answer for Norway's attacking patterns. He has to take a huge amount of responsibility for this shambolic performance.

Sportsdunia's Player of the match is Haaland