Haaland hits 2, Neymar pulls one back, but Norway knock Brazil out | OneFootball

Brazil are eliminated in the World Cup Round of 16

The dream of a sixth title is over! Brazil were beaten 2-1 by Norway this Sunday (05) and are out of the 2026 World Cup. Norway striker Erling Haaland scored the goals that sent the Europeans through.

What happened in the first half of Brazil vs Norway?

The first dangerous chance of the match came just two minutes into the first half. On that occasion, after Norway won the ball back, Patrick Berg put the ball in the net. However, the Norwegian midfielder was offside and the goal was disallowed.

Soon after, Matheus Cunha was brought down in the box and, after a VAR review, referee Ismail Elfath awarded Brazil a penalty. However, Bruno Guimarães was denied by goalkeeper Nyland from the spot. Then, in the 40th minute, Vinicius Júnior received the ball in the area and tried his shot, but was stopped by Norway’s keeper.

In stoppage time, after a scramble in Brazil’s box, Odeggard found himself one-on-one with Alisson, but the Brazil goalkeeper made an important save. As a result, the teams went into halftime with the score at 0-0.

What happened in the second half of Brazil vs Norway?

In the 14th minute of the second half, Endrick received a brilliant pass from Vinicius Júnior and found himself one-on-one with Norway’s goalkeeper. However, the striker tried to chip the keeper but failed to hit the target. In addition, Brazil kept up the pressure early in the second half, but Rayan was also denied by Nyland.

On the other hand, Norway threatened for the first time in the 30th minute. Schjleuderup received a pass from Haaland and shot toward the right corner, but Alisson made the save. Soon after, in the 34th minute, after a cross from the European side, the number 9 rose high and opened the scoring.

Then, in the 45th minute, Haaland received the ball at the edge of the box and fired into Alisson’s left corner, leaving the Brazil goalkeeper with no chance. Finally, in stoppage time, Neymar pulled one back for Brazil after a penalty won by Casemiro.

What is the article author’s opinion on Brazil vs Norway?

“Brazil took the field at a different pace, looking as if they were playing just another group-stage match. Vinicius Júnior is Brazil’s main name and needs to take responsibility, like with the first penalty“.

“Also, the freedom Brazil’s defense gave Haaland on the second goal was a recurring problem for the national team, and it happened again in a decisive World Cup match,” said Davi Esteves, a journalist for Coluna do Fla.

What is Norway’s next match?

Having qualified for the World Cup quarterfinals, Norway will return to the field next Saturday (11). On that occasion, Haaland’s team will face the winner of the match between Mexico and England at 6 p.m. (Brasília time), seeking a place in the tournament semifinals.

It is worth noting that the match between Mexico and England will take place this Sunday (05), at 9 p.m. (Brasília time), at the Azteca Stadium, in Mexico. Therefore, fans who want to follow it can watch the match on Cazé TV on YouTube.

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