Norway Stuns Brazil 2-1, Advances to World Cup Quarters
In a stunning upset, Norway eliminated Brazil from the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 2-1 victory at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. This marks Brazil's earliest exit from the tournament since 1990.
Erling Haaland, playing for Norway, scored two late goals within the last 11 minutes of the match. Brazil's Bruno Guimarães missed a penalty saved by Norway's goalkeeper Orjan Nyland, who also made several crucial saves throughout the game.
Neymar managed to score a penalty in stoppage time, but it was insufficient to change the outcome. Norway's coach, Ståle Solbakken, made strategic substitutions that contributed to the team's success.
Brazil's coach, Carlo Ancelotti, faced disappointment as this loss ended Brazil's quest for a sixth World Cup title. In another match, England defeated Mexico 3-2, advancing to the quarterfinals.
Plus234Feed summary based on reporting from This Day. Read the original report below.
Read full article
Continue on This Day
Get the week in one email
Top stories, NPFL results, the naira — every Friday morning. Free, one email a week.
Related Stories
Norway Stuns Brazil 2-1 to Advance in World Cup 2026
England and Norway Advance in World Cup Knockouts
Neymar Retires After Brazil's World Cup Exit to Norway
England and Norway Reach 2026 World Cup Quarterfinals
England Defeats Mexico 3-2 to Reach World Cup Quarters
Haaland Leads Norway to Historic World Cup Knockout Win
Get Plus234Feed on messaging apps
Same headlines, delivered where you already scroll.
