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Fans from around the world have traveled thousands of miles to the World Cup, bringing with them displays of national identity that have delivered some of the tournament\u2019s most iconic moments. <\/p>\n

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After Norway beat Senegal 3-2 in New Jersey on Monday, it was the scenes in the stands that stole the spotlight. <\/p>\n

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Instead of breaking into frenzied celebrations, thousands of Norwegian fans sat down and began rowing in their seats. <\/p>\n

Soon, the players on the field joined in, sitting down and rowing as captain Martin \u00d8degaard banged a large drum.<\/p>\n

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The simple routine requires people to sit shoulder-to-shoulder, mimic rowing a giant Viking vessel, while chanting \u201cro\u201d \u2014 the Norwegian word for \u201crow.\u201d <\/p>\n

It has become a signature show of support for the team, with Norwegian fans recreating it across New York and New Jersey, from subway trains to escalators.<\/p>\n

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When fans took over Times Square on Monday for a group row, Ashley Locke, 34, from Nashville, Tennessee, was among them.<\/p>\n

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