Five-time world champions Brazil will face a confident Norway side in one of the most exciting Round of 16 clashes of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Monday. A place in the quarter-finals is at stake as the South American giants meet Erling Haaland’s Norway at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, USA.

Brazil vs Norway Kick-off Time

The Round of 16 encounter will be played on Sunday, July 5 (USA) and Monday, July 6 in South Asia.

Nepal Time: 1:45 AM (Monday)
India Time: 1:30 AM (Monday)
Pakistan Time: 1:00 AM (Monday)
Bangladesh Time: 2:00 AM (Monday)

Match Details

Match: Brazil vs Norway
Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026 – Round of 16
Venue: New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium), East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA
Winner will face: Mexico or England in the quarter-finals.

Match Preview

Brazil booked their place in the Round of 16 after coming from behind to defeat Japan 2-1, with Gabriel Martinelli scoring a dramatic late winner. Carlo Ancelotti’s side has gradually improved as the tournament has progressed and will once again rely on the creativity of Vinicius Junior and the experience of Casemiro.

Norway, meanwhile, are enjoying one of the finest World Cup campaigns in their history. They defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 in the Round of 32 thanks to a late goal from Erling Haaland, who has been among the tournament’s top scorers. Martin Ødegaard has also played a key role in Norway’s attacking play with several assists.

Interestingly, Brazil have never beaten Norway in previous international meetings, adding another fascinating storyline to this knockout clash.

Team News

Brazil

Brazil have received a boost with winger Raphinha returning to the squad after recovering from a hamstring injury, although he is expected to begin on the bench. However, midfielder Lucas Paquetá is unavailable after suffering a hamstring injury against Japan. Vinicius Junior, Neymar, Bruno Guimarães and Casemiro are all expected to feature.

Norway

Norway are expected to field a full-strength lineup led by Erling Haaland, who has been in sensational form throughout the tournament. Captain Martin Ødegaard will orchestrate the midfield, while coach Ståle Solbakken has urged his players to focus on their football rather than the occasion.

Players to Watch

Brazil: Vinicius Junior, Neymar, Casemiro
Norway: Erling Haaland, Martin Ødegaard, Antonio Nusa

Prediction

Norway have impressed with their fearless football and Haaland’s clinical finishing, but Brazil possess greater tournament experience, squad depth and quality in key moments. If Vinicius Junior finds space in attack, Brazil should have enough to edge a closely contested match.

Prediction: Brazil 2-1 Norway.

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