Haaland's brace tumbles Brazil, Norway extends incredible fatherhood run to quarterfinals

Norway has eliminated five-time champions Brazil from the tournament with a 2-1 victory at the MetLife Stadium, securing their first-ever quarterfinal appearance. The "red Vikings" celebrated a historic achievement, while Brazil's debut in a major tournament under Carlo Ancelotti turned into a nightmare, surpassing even the records of his predecessor, Tite.

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Brazil once again crashed against its Scandinavian kryptonite and signed a major failure by falling 1-2 against Norway at the MetLife Stadium.

Ancelotti's strategy faltered from the start, with Brazil conceding initiative and showing a lack of tension. Norway capitalized early, but the goal was disallowed for offside. Brazil had a golden opportunity to take the lead in the 17th minute when Matheus Cunha was fouled in the box. However, Bruno Guimarães' weak penalty was saved by Norwegian goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland, who was the standout player of the match.

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While the 'red Vikings' celebrate their historic first qualification for the quarterfinals, Carlo Ancelotti's debut in a major tournament with the 'Verdeamarela' was stained with a nightmare.

Despite the missed penalty, Brazil adjusted their tactics, with Gabriel Martinelli posing a threat on the left wing. Nyland's reflexes repeatedly denied Brazil, saving a potential assist from Martinelli and later stopping a shot from Vinícius Júnior. In the second half, Norway's substitutions proved effective, disrupting Brazil's rhythm. Ancelotti brought on Endrick, who had a prime scoring chance but couldn't convert. As Brazil pushed for a late equalizer, their defense became exposed, and Norway seized the opportunity.

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Bruno Guimarães executed a weak and centered shot that Ørjan Nyland, the free goalkeeper after finishing his contract with Sevilla and the authentic figure of the night, stopped without problems.

Neymar's late penalty offered a glimmer of hope, but it was not enough to overcome Norway's resilience and Nyland's heroic saves. The defeat signifies a major setback for Brazil, while Norway's unexpected success fuels dreams of further advancement in the tournament.

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Only Nyland's feline reflexes prevented a cross from Gabriel Martinelli from being connected by Bruno Guimarães, and minutes later, the goalkeeper himself drowned out Vinícius Júnior's goal cry.