World Cup 2026: Haaland brace sinks Brazil as Norway storm into quarter-finals
Summary
Norway defeated Brazil 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 to reach the quarter-finals for the first time in history. Erling Haaland scored two late goals, and Norway’s goalkeeper Orjan Nyland saved a key penalty, helping Norway win against the five-time champions Brazil, who were knocked out earlier than usual.Key Facts
- Norway beat Brazil 2-1 at MetLife Stadium to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.
- Erling Haaland scored two goals late in the match.
- Norway’s goalkeeper Orjan Nyland saved a first-half penalty from Bruno Guimaraes.
- Brazil’s Neymar scored a late goal from a penalty in stoppage time.
- Norway will play either Mexico or England in the quarter-finals on July 11.
- This is Brazil’s earliest World Cup exit since 1990.
- Brazil had Carlo Ancelotti as their coach, aiming to win the World Cup after 24 years.
- Norway’s Julian Ryerson returned from injury for this game.
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