Brazil
Norway
Team Overview
In their latest World Cup match, Brazil hosted Japan and secured a 2-1 victory. This win adds to their strong performance in the tournament, showcasing their attacking prowess.
Match statistics (Brazil vs Japan):
Team Overview
Norway faced Ivory Coast in their last World Cup outing, winning 2-1 away from home. This result reflects their competitive spirit as they continue to push for advancement in the tournament.
Match statistics (Ivory Coast vs Norway):
In a thrilling Round of 16 encounter, Norway triumphed over Brazil with a score of 2-1, marking a significant upset in the World Cup. Despite Brazil taking an early lead, Norway's resilience shone through as they struck twice in the dying moments of the match.
Brazil started strong, with Bruno Guimarães scoring in the 14th minute after a missed penalty earlier in the match. The home side dominated possession for much of the first half, but Norway's defense held firm, allowing Brazil only four shots on target compared to Norway's five.
The tide turned in the second half when Erling Haaland equalized for Norway in the 80th minute, capitalizing on a well-placed assist from Andreas Schjelderup. Just moments later, Haaland struck again, sealing the victory with a second goal in the 90th minute, showcasing Norway's clinical finishing.
Brazil's late efforts included a penalty converted by Neymar in stoppage time, but it was too little, too late. The match statistics reflected a fierce battle, with Brazil managing 14 total shots but struggling to convert opportunities, while Norway's efficiency proved decisive. With 66% possession, Norway's tactical discipline and counter-attacking prowess ultimately led them to a historic victory.
This match serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of knockout football, as Norway advances, leaving Brazil to reflect on missed chances and a surprising exit from the tournament.
Brazil has shown strong form in their last 10 matches, winning 7, drawing 2, and losing just 1, scoring a total of 18 goals and conceding only 5. Their recent performances include a convincing 3-0 win against Haiti and a 2-1 victory over Japan. In contrast, Norway has had a mixed bag, with 5 wins, 3 losses, and 2 draws in their last 10 matches, scoring 19 goals but conceding 15. Their last match ended in a 2-1 win against Ivory Coast, showcasing their ability to compete at a high level.
In terms of expected goals (xG), Brazil has an impressive average of 2.25 goals per game over their last 10 matches, while Norway averages 2.5 goals per game. The head-to-head record shows that Norway has won the only previous encounter against Brazil, with a score of 2-1. Brazil's defensive record is strong, allowing only 0.5 goals per game, while Norway's defense has been more porous, conceding 2.0 goals per game. This match is expected to be competitive, with both teams capable of scoring.
From a tactical perspective, Brazil will likely focus on maintaining possession and creating chances through their attacking midfielders, while Norway may adopt a more counter-attacking approach, utilizing their speed on the flanks to exploit Brazil's defensive gaps.
Alisson
G
Danilo
D
Marquinhos
D
Gabriel
D
Douglas Santos
D
Bruno Guimaraes
M
Casemiro
M
Lucas Paqueta
M
Rayan
F
M. Cunha
F
Vinicius Junior
F
O. Nyland
G
M. Pedersen
D
K. Ajer
D
T. Heggem
D
D. Wolfe
D
M. Odegaard
M
S. Berge
M
P. Berg
M
A. Sorloth
F
E. Haaland
F
A. Nusa
F
