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Haaland's shirt gift
Wales defender Ben Cabango got Erling Haaland's shirt after beating Norway.
In brief
Wales defender Ben Cabango got Erling Haaland's shirt after beating Norway. Wales defender Ben Cabango received Erling Haaland's shirt following Wales' 2-1 Nations League win over Norway. Originally reported by BBC Sport.
Wales beat Norway
Wales defeated Norway 2-1 in the Nations League with Ben Cabango keeping Erling Haaland quiet.
Cabango asked for Haaland's shirt
Cabango said he grabbed Haaland's shirt after the game but Haaland didn't take his.
“I did grab it after the game. He was just there, so I thought, 'Why not?' He just gave me the shirt... but he didn't take mine.”
Cabango's first Nations League win
Cabango earned his 18th senior cap in Wales' first ever Nations League A win.
Cabango's game reflection
Cabango said playing against Ronaldo and Haaland was surreal but he learned to stay concentrated.
“It is surreal to play against Ronaldo and Haaland in the same camp... You've got to be concentrated throughout the game and you can't switch off at any moment.”
Bellamy praised Cabango
Head coach Craig Bellamy called Cabango and Ben Davies exceptional in subduing Haaland and Norway's forwards.
“They were brilliant, really, really good... It's easier said than done but that's why we were constantly pushing.”
At a glance
Wales defender Ben Cabango received Erling Haaland's shirt following Wales' 2-1 Nations League win over Norway.
