Norway produced one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating Brazil 2-1 in their Round of 16 clash on Sunday to secure a place in the quarter-finals.
After a goalless first half, Norway broke the deadlock in the 79th minute through Erling Haaland, who headed home from close range. The striker doubled the lead in stoppage time with a powerful long-range strike, putting Norway in firm control of the contest.
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Brazil pushed for a comeback and created several scoring opportunities but struggled to convert their chances. Neymar reduced the deficit with a penalty deep into added time, but it came too late to change the outcome as Norway held on for a famous victory.
The result sends Norway into the World Cup quarter-finals, where they will face England in the next round. Brazil, one of the tournament favourites, bow out of the competition after an impressive campaign ended in disappointment.
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