Brazil 1-2 Norway: Norway wins.
Brazil and Norway face off in a knockout round of 16 at the neutral venue of MetLife Stadium, where only one team will advance. Both teams' recent form suggests confidence ahead of this crucial match.
- 0'The match has started.
Brazil hosts Norway.
- 13'Norway dominates the game.
Possession: Brazil 30% - 70% Norway, shots 0 - 0 (on target 0 - 0), corners 0 - 1; offsides 0 - 1, fouls 0 - 0.
- 14'Missed penalty
14th minute: Bruno Guimaraes (Brazil) misses a penalty.
- 25'Norway dominates the game.
Possession: Brazil 28% - 72% Norway, Shots 2 - 0 (1 on target), Corner kicks 0 - 1; Offsides 0 - 1, Fouls 1 - 2, Saves 0 - 1.
- 37'Norway dominates the game.
Possession: Brazil 30% - 70% Norway, Shots 3 - 0 (1 on target), Corner kicks 0 - 1; Offsides 0 - 1, Fouls 2 - 2, Saves 0 - 1.
- 45'End of the first half
The first half ended with a score of 0-0.
- 46'The second half has begun.
The second half has begun.
- 46'Substitution
46th minute (Norway): O. Bobb comes on to replace A. Sorloth.
- 46'Substitution
46th minute (Norway): A. Schjelderup comes on to replace A. Nusa.
- 49'Norway dominates the game.
Possession: Brazil 35% - 65% Norway, Shots 8 - 4 (on target 2 - 2), Corner kicks 1 - 3; Offsides 0 - 1, Fouls 3 - 3, Saves 2 - 2.
- 58'Substitution
58th minute (Brazil): Endrick comes on to replace M. Cunha.
- 61'Norway dominates the game.
Possession: Brazil 34% - 66% Norway, Shots 8 - 5 (on target 2 - 2), Corner kicks 2 - 3; Offsides 0 - 1, Fouls 5 - 3, Saves 2 - 2.
- 63'Substitution
63rd minute (Norway): F. Aursnes comes on to replace J. Ryerson.
- 67'Substitution
67th minute (Brazil): Neymar comes on as a substitute for G. Martinelli.
- 67'Substitution
67th minute (Brazil): Danilo Santos comes on to replace Rayan.
- 73'Norway dominates the game.
Possession: Brazil 32% - 68% Norway, Shots 11 - 6 (3 - 2 on target), Corner kicks 3 - 4; Offsides 1 - 1, Fouls 5 - 3, Saves 2 - 3.
- 79'Substitution
79th minute (Brazil): Ederson comes on to replace Bruno Guimaraes.
- 79'GOAL! Norway (0-1)
79th minute:E. Haaland(Norway) scored (assist: A. Schjelderup). Score: 0 - 1.
- 85'Norway dominates the game.
Possession: Brazil 31% - 69% Norway, Shots 11 - 8 (3 - 4 on target), Corner kicks 3 - 4; Offsides 1 - 1, Fouls 6 - 4, Saves 3 - 3.
- 90'GOAL! Norway (0-2)
90th minute:E. Haaland(Norway) scored (assist: A. Schjelderup). Score: 0 - 2.
- 90+5'Substitution
90+5th minute (Norway): L. Ostigard comes on to replace D. Wolfe.
- 90+6'Yellow card
90+6th minute: Neymar (Brazil) receives a yellow card (Tripping).
- 90+10'GOAL! Brazil (1-2)
90+10th minute:Āta(Brazil) scored from the penalty spot. Score: 1 - 2.
- KTFinal score: Brazil 1-2 Norway
The match ended with a score of 1-2.
Updated at 05:04 on 06/07/2026
Team lineup updated at 02:30 on 06/07/2026
Official lineup
Brazil
Diagram: 4-4-2
CoachCarlo Ancelotti
Starting lineup:
- 1. Alisson (G)
- 13. Danilo (D)
- 4. Marquinhos (D)
- 3. Gabriel Magalhães (D)
- 16. Douglas Santos (D)
- 26. Rayan (M)
- 8. Bruno Guimarães (M)
- 5. Casemiro (M)
- 22. Gabriel Martinelli (M)
- 9. Matheus Cunha (F)
- 7. Vinícius Júnior (F)
Substitutes:
- 12. Weverton
- 23. Ederson
- 6. Alex Sandro
- 14. Bremer
- 15. Léo Pereira
- 24. Roger Ibañez
- 2. Edison
- 17. Fabinho
- 18. Danilo Santos
- 11. Raphinha
- 21. Luiz Henrique
- 10. Neymar
- 19. Endrick
- 25. Igor Thiago
Norway
Diagram: 4-3-3
CoachStale Solbakken
Starting lineup:
- 1. Ørjan Nyland (G)
- 26. Julian Ryerson (D)
- 3. Kristoffer Ajer (D)
- 17. Torbjørn Heggem (D)
- 5. David Møller Wolfe (D)
- 10. Martin Ødegaard (M)
- 8. Sanderson (Medium)
- 6. Patrick Berg (M)
- 7. Alexander Sørloth (F)
- 9. Erling Haaland (F)
- 20. Antonio Nusa (F)
Substitutes:
- 12. Sanders Tangvik
- 13. Egil Selvik
- 4. Leo Østigård
- 15. Fredrik André Bjørkan
- 24. Sondre Langås
- 25. Henrik Sælebakke Falchener
- 2. Morten Thorsby
- 14. Fredrik Aursnes
- 18. Kristian Thorstvedt
- 19. Thelo Aasgaard
- 21. Andreas Schjelderup
- 22. Oscar Bobb
- 23. Jens Petter Hauge
- 11. Jørgen Strand Larsen
Brazil and Norway will face each other in the Round of 16 of the World Cup at 3:00 AM on July 6, 2026, at the neutral venue of MetLife Stadium. This is a knockout match, meaning the losing team will be eliminated; there will be no concept of improving rankings or calculating points as in the group stage.
The form of both teams before the match.
Brazil entered this match with a run of form, winning 3 and drawing 1 of their last 4 games, showing considerable stability in both attack and defense. The South American representatives seem to be finding their familiar rhythm at the most crucial point of the tournament.
Meanwhile, Norway is equally impressive, with 3 wins and only 1 loss in their last 4 matches. The Nordic team is showing a courageous fighting spirit, ready to spring a surprise against an opponent considered to be of a higher caliber.
The pressure of a knockout match.
Because the tournament takes place on neutral ground in a centralized location, no team has the home advantage or overwhelming support from the home crowd. Psychological factors and mental fortitude will play a crucial role, as even a small mistake could end the entire World Cup journey.
The nature of a single match, with no opportunity to correct mistakes like in the group stage, forced both coaches to carefully consider their personnel and tactics. Caution in the first half, interspersed with moments of explosive play in search of a decisive goal, is a likely scenario in crucial matches like this.
Expert opinion
Considering their overall form, both Brazil and Norway are on a positive run of form, making this a highly unpredictable match. Brazil, with their stability and squad depth, are likely to take the initiative and control the game, while Norway could capitalize on their determined fighting spirit to cause difficulties.
The match promises to be a true test of character, where focus and the ability to capitalize on opportunities could determine which team advances to the quarter-finals.
Brazil's recent form
- June 30, 2026: Brazil 2-1 Japan (Winner)
- June 25, 2026: Scotland 0-3 Brazil (Winner)
- June 20, 2026: Brazil 3-0 Haiti (Winner)
- June 14, 2026: Brazil 1-1 Morocco (Draw)
- 07/06/2026: Brazil 2-1 Egypt (Winner)
Norway's recent form
- 01/07/2026: Ivory Coast 1-2 Norway (Winner)
- June 27, 2026: Norway 1-4 France (Loss)
- June 23, 2026: Norway 3-2 Senegal (Winner)
- June 17, 2026: Iraq 1-4 Norway (Winner)
- 08/06/2026: Morocco 1-1 Norway (Draw)
Rankings
| Team | Location | Point | form |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 1 | 7 | WWWD |
Team form and statistics
Brazil
Form in the last 5 matches:DWWW
Statistics for this season:
- Matches played: 4
- Wins: 3
- Draw: 1
- Losses: 0
Goal:
- Scored: 9 goals (Average: 2.3 goals/match)
- Goals conceded: 2 (Average: 0.5 goals/match)
Norway
Form in the last 5 matches:WWLW
Statistics for this season:
- Matches played: 4
- Wins: 3
- Draw: 0
- Loss: 1
Goal:
- Scored: 10 goals (Average: 2.5 goals/match)
- Goals conceded: 8 goals (Average: 2.0 goals/match)
Force situation
Brazil
- Raphinha: Hamstring Muscle Injury (Missing Fixture)
- Lucas Paquetá: Hamstring Muscle Injury (Missing Fixture)
Amsterdam:No injury information available.
Predicted lineup
Predictions and odds
Predicted winner:Brazil
Win or draw
Predicted odds:
- Brazil wins: 35%
- Draw: 35%
- Norway wins: 30%
Predicted number of goals:
- Brazil: -2.5 goals
- Norway: -3.5 goals
Advice:Double chance : Brazil or draw
*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).
