Norwegian Fans Bring Viking Spirit to NYC Subway and Ballpark
WHO:
MLB.com - Mats, an Oslo native, expressed pride in being part of a significant moment for Norway.
MLB.com - Daniel, a fan from south of Oslo, noted the impressive turnout of Norwegian fans at the stadium.
MLB.com - Norway's national soccer team fans, including individuals named Daniel and Magnus from Oslo.
MLB.com - Francisco Lindor, shortstop for the Mets, and Juan Soto, another player for the Mets.
MLB.com - Dansby Swanson, shortstop for the Cubs.
WHAT:
MLB.com - Norway's fans estimated around 20,000 supporters attended the match against Senegal at MetLife Stadium.
MLB.com - The Norwegian fans engaged in chants and celebrations, including variations of "Let’s Go Mets" in Norwegian and their "Viking Row."
MLB.com - Dansby Swanson hit a three-run homer and a grand slam, totaling seven RBIs in the Cubs' 10-3 victory over the Mets.
MLB.com - Swanson became the second Cubs shortstop in franchise history to achieve at least two home runs and seven RBIs in a game, joining Ernie Banks.
MLB.com - Swanson's recent performance includes a batting average of 8-for-18 with four home runs and 14 RBIs over his last five games.
MLB.com - Norway's national soccer team achieved a historic World Cup victory over Senegal with a score of 3-2, advancing to the knockout stage for the first time since 1998.
MLB.com - A group of Norwegian fans attended a Mets-Cubs game at Citi Field after the soccer match.
MLB.com - Francisco Lindor was activated from the 10-day injured list for the second game of the Mets' doubleheader against the Cubs.
MLB.com - Dansby Swanson hit two home runs and had seven RBIs in a game against the Mets, leading the Cubs to a 10-3 victory.
WHERE:
MLB.com - MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, where Norway's soccer match took place.
MLB.com - Citi Field, New York, where the Mets-Cubs game was held.
NY Post - New York City, including the subway, Times Square, and the Hudson River.
WHEN:
NY Post - Norway's next match is scheduled against France on June 22nd.
MLB.com - Norway's next match is scheduled against France on a Friday.
MLB.com - Norway's match against Senegal occurred on a Monday.
MLB.com - Norway's next match is scheduled against France on a Friday.
MLB.com - Francisco Lindor was activated for the second game of a doubleheader on a Wednesday.
MLB.com - The Cubs-Mets game took place on a Wednesday afternoon.
WHY:
MLB.com - Norwegian fans celebrated their national team's success in the World Cup and sought to continue the festivities by attending a baseball game.
MLB.com - The Mets aimed to improve their performance in the season, with Lindor being a key player for the team.
HOW:
NY Post - Norwegian fans celebrated by rowing through the subway, Times Square, and the Hudson River as part of their "Viking Row" celebration.
NY Post - Norwegian fans celebrated by rowing through the subway, Times Square, and the Hudson River as part of their "Viking Row" celebration.
NY Post - Norwegian fans engaged in a "Viking Row" celebration, which involved rowing through the subway and other locations in New York City.
Norwegian fans made a remarkable showing at MetLife Stadium, with an estimated 20,000 supporters attending the match against Senegal, where they proudly engaged in chants and celebrations, including their unique "Viking Row." Mats, an Oslo native, expressed his pride in being part of this significant moment for Norway, while Daniel, a fan from south of Oslo, highlighted the impressive turnout of fellow supporters. Looking ahead, Norway's next match is set against France on June 22nd, and fans are sure to bring their spirited celebrations along once again.