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Erling Haaland’s late double and Orjan Nyland’s penalty save sealed a 2-1 win for Norway over Brazil, sending the Scandinavians into the last eight at the expense of a nation haunted by six consecutive defeats to European sides.
Erling Haaland's brace and Ørjan Nyland's clutch saves stunned Brazil, ending their long run of quarterfinal appearances and setting up a clash with the Mexico-England winner.
A preview of the knockout stage encounter that pits Brazil's reshaped attack against Norway's resilient squad, highlighting key lineup changes and historical context.
Brazil will face Norway in the World Cup round of 16 with coach Carlo Ancelotti opting to start Gabriel Martinelli in place of the injured Lucas Paquetá, while Norway welcomes back Julian Ryerson but misses Marcus Pederson due to illness.
Brazil's coach Carlo Ancelotti has opted to start Gabriel Martinelli in place of the hamstrung Lucas Paquetá, a move that could reshape the team's attacking dynamics against a resilient Norwegian side.
Mexico aims to break a 40‑year drought in World Cup knockout stages, leveraging home advantage and high‑altitude conditions, while Brazil faces Norway with key players and injury setbacks.
Mexico is leveraging its home-field advantage at Estadio Azteca to reach the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time in 40 years, facing England in a crucial match.
Brazil enters the round of 16 as a modest favorite, but Norway’s attacking firepower and home-grown talent could tip the balance.
Bosnia scores first, climate risks loom, and a viral anthem adds a cultural twist as the 2026 World Cup kicks off across North America.
After nearly three decades away, Norway is set to re‑enter the FIFA World Cup, riding the wave of a 48‑team format that opens doors for under‑represented nations. With Erling Haaland leading the attack and Julian Ryerson making a decisive national‑team choice, the Scandinavian side faces a tough group that includes France, Senegal and Iraq, while the tournament’s broader impact stretches from Mexico City to the streets of Brooklyn.
In a tightly contested friendly in New Jersey, Morocco opened the scoring early through Brahim Diaz, only for Norway’s Martin Odegaard to equalise in the dying minutes. Both sides missed chances to win, setting up intriguing World Cup openers.
From Chelsea’s pursuit of Victor Osimhen to Liverpool’s interest in Jarrod Bowen, the summer transfer market is heating up across Europe.