Norway Stuns Brazil 2-1 to Advance in World Cup 2026

In a stunning upset, Norway eliminated Brazil from the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 2-1 victory at MetLife Stadium, marking Brazil's earliest exit from the tournament since 1990. Erling Haaland, playing for Manchester City, scored both of Norway's late goals in the 79th and 90th minutes, bringing his total to seven goals in the tournament.

Brazil, under coach Carlo Ancelotti, had a penalty saved by Norway's goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland, who also made crucial saves throughout the match. Neymar scored a consolation goal from the penalty spot in the 10th minute of stoppage time, but it was not enough to change the result.

This defeat marks the sixth time Brazil has been knocked out of a tournament by a European team. Norway's coach, Ståle Solbakken, made strategic substitutions that contributed to the victory, while Brazil's squad included players like Gabriel Martinelli and Alisson Becker.