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Minnesota Gophers Adopt Norway’s Viking Row for 2026 Games

Published July 31, 2026 · Updated July 31, 2026 · Fox Sports

The Minnesota Golden Gophers have announced that they will add Norway’s Viking Row to their home‑game celebrations, a nod to the state’s strong Norwegian heritage.

The Golden Gophers will now ring the Viking Row—a tradition that sparked World Cup excitement in Norway—before every win at home, echoing Minnesota’s 750,000‑plus Norwegian‑American population and the Minnesota Vikings’ brand. catcrossgame.com

Head coach PJ Fleck’s team, looking to rebound from a 7‑5 season, will start the 2026 campaign on Sept. 3 against Akron, hoping to maintain their 7‑0 home record and capitalize on a strong returning quarterback and running back.

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