Brazil are out of the 2026 World Cup. Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway stunned the five-time champions 2–1 in the Round of 16 at MetLife Stadium near New York on Sunday, July 5, 2026.
This guide recaps the result, how the upset unfolded, and what happens next now that the Seleção are heading home.
Is Brazil Out of the World Cup?
Yes. Brazil lost 2–1 to Norway in Round of 16 Match 91 and are eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026. Carlo Ancelotti’s side, who arrived chasing a first world title since 2002, exit in the last 16. Here is how the knockout stage works.
Norway, in their first World Cup since 1998, advance to the first quarter-final in their history. The Brazil match schedule at the World Cup shows how the Seleção topped Group C before their run ended, with the full table in our Group C fixtures and standings.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Result | Brazil 1–2 Norway (Round of 16, Match 91) |
| Date | Sunday, July 5, 2026 |
| Venue | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford (New York area) |
| Goals | Haaland 79’, 90’ (Norway); Neymar pen 90+10’ (Brazil) |
| Outcome | Norway advance to the quarter-finals; Brazil eliminated |
How Norway Knocked Brazil Out
The tie was goalless until the closing stages, when Haaland took over. On 79 minutes he rose above the Brazil defence to head in an Andreas Schjelderup cross, then made it 2–0 in the 90th minute with a low finish from the edge of the box.
Neymar pulled one back from the penalty spot deep into stoppage time, but it came too late to rescue Ancelotti’s side. Haaland’s brace took him level with Lionel Messi on seven goals for the tournament.
- Norway had reached the last 16 by beating Ivory Coast 2-1 in the Round of 32, and it was Erling Haaland’s two late goals that settled this one.
- Brazil topped Group C and came from behind to beat Japan 2-1 in the Round of 32, but could not break Norway down until Neymar’s stoppage-time penalty.
What’s Next for Norway and Brazil
Norway move on to the quarter-finals, where they face England in Miami on July 11. For Brazil, the 2026 World Cup is over, and attention turns to the road ahead under Ancelotti.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brazil out of the World Cup?
Yes. Brazil lost 2–1 to Norway in the Round of 16 on July 5, 2026 and are eliminated from the 2026 World Cup.
What was the score in Brazil vs Norway?
Norway won 2–1. Erling Haaland scored in the 79th and 90th minutes, and Neymar replied with a penalty deep in stoppage time.
Did Brazil win their Round of 16 match?
No. Brazil were knocked out 2–1 by Norway in the last 16, ending Carlo Ancelotti’s first World Cup in charge.
Who does Norway play next?
Norway face England in the quarter-finals in Miami on July 11, 2026 – the first World Cup quarter-final in Norway’s history.
Sources
- Al Jazeera: Haaland scores twice as Norway stun Brazil 2-1
- ESPN: Brazil 1-2 Norway match report
- FIFA: Knockout Stage Match Schedule and Bracket
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Knockout Stage
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