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Norwegian fans row into North Texas, ready for game against Côte d'Ivoire
By Charles Nichelson and Jala Washington at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 30, 2026
· 2 min read
Norway fans took over Happiest Hour in Dallas Monday ahead of Tuesday’s game against Côte d’Ivoire at Dallas Stadium at noon.
NBC 5 met the man behind the iconic celebration; his name is Ole Freystad.
“Most people know me as Mr. Row Row,” Freystad said.
Freystad says he came up with...
Key takeaway NBC 5 met the man behind the iconic celebration; his name is Ole Freystad.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The influx of Norway fans in North Texas ahead of their game against Côte d'Ivoire brings a unique energy to the region. As these fans gather in Dallas, Trophy Club residents may be interested to know that the excitement is just a short drive away. The fact that Norway is competing in their first World Cup since 1998 adds to the significance of this event, and their presence in the area is a boon for local businesses. With Dallas Stadium hosting its first knockout game, the economic impact of these international matches is likely to be felt in surrounding communities, including Trophy Club. As the World Cup continues, it will be worth watching how the tournament affects local traffic and tourism, particularly with another matchup scheduled at Dallas Stadium on Friday.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Norway fans took over Happiest Hour in Dallas Monday ahead of Tuesday’s game against Côte d’Ivoire at Dallas Stadium at noon.
NBC 5 met the man behind the iconic celebration; his name is Ole Freystad.
“Most people know me as Mr. Row Row,” Freystad said.
Freystad says he came up with...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 30, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) and curated for The Trophy Club readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Charles Nichelson and Jala Washington at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS). To learn more about how The Trophy Club selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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