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Haaland's Brace Sends Norway Past Brazil, Ties Messi

7/6/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Norway beat Brazil 2-1 in the round of 16, delivering Brazil its earliest exit since 1990.
Erling Haaland scored both goals—a 79th-minute header and a 90th-minute finish—tying Lionel Messi with seven goals.
Ørjan Nyland saved Bruno Guimarães’ penalty and made several other crucial saves.
A VAR review gave Brazil a penalty after Kristoffer Ajer fouled Matheus Cunha, which Guimarães missed, sending Norway to face winner in Miami on 11 July.

History

Historical Context

Brazil, the only nation to appear at every World Cup, lost 1-0 to Argentina in the 1990 round of 16 during a tournament that recorded a low 2.21 goals per game and 16 red cards, prompting defensive-play reforms. The 2022 Norway victory over Brazil echoed that pattern, showing how single-match upsets can reshape expectations for emerging European powers.

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Story summary

Norway beat Brazil 2-1 in the round of 16, delivering Brazil its earliest exit since 1990.
Erling Haaland scored both goals—a 79th-minute header and a 90th-minute finish—tying Lionel Messi with seven goals.
Ørjan Nyland saved Bruno Guimarães’ penalty and made several other crucial saves.
A VAR review gave Brazil a penalty after Kristoffer Ajer fouled Matheus Cunha, which Guimarães missed, sending Norway to face winner in Miami on 11 July.

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