As the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off across the United States, Canada and Mexico, national teams have unveiled creative photoshoots, dramatic departures and culturally resonant preparations.
The moments have captured global attention, blending national pride, heritage and star power ahead of the expanded 48-team tournament.
Here is a curated look at the top 10 most iconic visuals making the rounds.
1. Norway’s Viking warriors
Norway’s return to the World Cup after 28 years was marked by an epic Viking-themed photoshoot on a rocky shoreline near Oslo.
Captured by photographer David Yarrow, the squad, including Erling Haaland with flowing blond hair and axe in hand, and Martin Ødegaard, posed in authentic warrior gear beside longships against a dramatic fjord backdrop.
David Yarrow’s photograph of the Norway World Cup squad is titled ‘The Vikings are Coming’ Credit: David Yarrow/Norwegian Football Federation
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