Norway Stuns Brazil with Late Comeback in World Cup Round of 16In a thrilling encounter, Norway overturned a first-half deficit to defeat Brazil 2-1, advancing to the quarter-finals of the World Cup.
Brazil started strong, with Bruno Guimaraes scoring in the 14th minute, capitalizing on an early opportunity. However, despite holding the lead, Brazil struggled to maintain control, finishing the match with just 34% possession compared to Norway's 66%. The home side registered 14 total shots, but only 4 were on target, while Norway managed 5 shots on goal from 9 attempts.
The turning point came in the 79th minute when Erling Haaland equalized for Norway, converting a well-placed assist from A. Schjelderup. Just moments later, Haaland struck again in stoppage time, sealing a remarkable comeback that left the Brazilian fans in disbelief.
Despite Neymar's late penalty in the 90+10 minute, which brought the score to 2-1, it was too little too late for Brazil. The match concluded with Brazil receiving one yellow card, while Norway remained disciplined, finishing the game without any bookings.
This victory marks a significant achievement for Norway, showcasing their resilience and tactical prowess against a traditionally dominant Brazilian side.