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One of the players who can help Norway get past Brazil to advance to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup is Alexander Sørloth.
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Sørloth is not the first-choice striker for Norway, as Erling Haaland is the top goalscorer for them in the 2026 World Cup, having scored five goals.
Sørloth has not scored for Norway in the 2026 World Cup, but he has made three appearances for them in the tournament, including in the Round of 32 match against the Ivory Coast.
The Norwegian striker is well known for his performances with Atletico Madrid this past season, and Sørloth is a great player who can cause Brazil problems.
What We Know About Alexander Sørloth’s Personal Life
Alexander Sørloth was born in Trondheim, Norway, on December 5, 1995. His father is Gøran Sørloth, a retired Norwegian professional footballer who played for Norway in the 1994 World Cup, which was hosted in the United States.
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Gøran Sørloth played one match for Norway in the 12994 World Cup, and it was his last international appearance for the Norway national team.
His father is very influential in helping Alexander learn movements in the box, and it has helped, as Alexander Sørloth is among the most well-known strikers in the world.
Sørloth’s partner is Lena Selnes, and they have reportedly been together for seven years. They have two children together, a daughter named Emma (born in April 2024) and a son (born in January 2026).
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This story was originally published July 5, 2026 at 12:50 PM.