Confirmed! 1 Flamengo player in Ancelotti's Brazil XI v Norway, last 16 | OneFootball

Which Brazil players will take the field against Norway?

The ball gets rolling for the clash between Brazil and Norway this Sunday (05), in the World Cup Round of 16. For this important match, Carlo Ancelotti has named the starting lineup with a key change in midfield. After the dramatic 2-1 win over Japan to advance, the Brazilian National Team is looking to keep the momentum going and reach the quarterfinals.

WHAT IS BRAZIL’S LINEUP?

Alisson; Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhães and Douglas Santos; Casemiro, Bruno Guimarães and Gabriel Martinelli; Rayan, Matheus Cunha and Vini Jr.

The main change comes because of Lucas Paquetá’s absence, as the Flamengo player suffered an injury in the previous match. Gabriel Martinelli takes over a starting spot in midfield. Recovered from a muscle problem, Raphinha is available on the bench.

HOW DOES NORWAY COME INTO THE MATCH?

Norway secured a place in the Round of 16 after a 2-1 win over Ivory Coast. Center forward Erling Haaland, who scored the qualifying goal in the 41st minute of the second half, remains the biggest attacking threat.

The Norwegian squad also features the talent of midfielder Martin Ødegaard. In addition, the pace of forwards Alexander Sørloth and Antonio Nusa will be key in their push for a place in the next round.

WHO WOULD BRAZIL FACE IF THEY ADVANCE?

If Brazil beats Norway, they will reach the quarterfinals to face the winner of Mexico vs. England. Mexicans and English meet this Sunday (05) at 9 p.m. (Brasília time).

WHEN ARE THE QUARTERFINALS?

If Brazil gets past Norway, Carlo Ancelotti’s team will return to the field next Saturday (11). The match, valid for the World Cup quarterfinals, will take place at 6 p.m. (Brasília time) against the winner of the Mexico or England clash. Whoever wins that match will secure a direct spot in the semifinals of the competition.

WHAT ARE THE DETAILS OF BRAZIL VS. NORWAY?

The match between Brazil and Norway takes place this Sunday (05) in the World Cup Round of 16. Therefore, the ball starts rolling at 5 p.m. (Brasília time) at MetLife Stadium, located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, in the United States.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Brazil and Norway through its website, YouTube channel, and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air TV), SBT (free-to-air TV), SporTV (pay TV channel), CazéTV (YouTube), and GeTV (Globoplay) will broadcast the match.

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