Haaland scores twice as Norway eliminates Brazil from World Cup

Norway secured a historic place in the World Cup quarterfinals with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Brazil in the Round of 16. The win marks Norway's first-ever advancement to this stage of the tournament.

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Centrare Schjelderup şi lovitură imparabilă de cap a lui Haaland care a deschis scorul.

Star striker Erling Haaland was the hero for Norway, scoring in the 80th minute with a powerful header and sealing the victory in the 90th minute with a shot from outside the box. His brace brings his tournament total to seven goals.

Brazil had early opportunities and even a penalty kick in the 14th minute, but goalkeeper Nyland made a crucial save against Bruno Guimarães. Endrick also missed a chance to equalize in the 59th minute. Neymar converted a penalty in the 9th minute of stoppage time, but it was too late for Brazil.

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Haaland a făcut 2-0 cu un şut din afara careului, şi super-atacantul lui Manchester City a ajuns la 7 goluri marcate la acest Mondial.

The match was a tense affair, with both teams having chances. Norway's early goal was disallowed for offside, and both goalkeepers, Nyland and Allison, made several key saves throughout the game. Despite Brazil's pressure, Norway held on for the historic win, while Brazil's long-standing World Cup struggles against European teams continue.

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braziliienii au obţinut încă un penalti, după un cot în figură aplicat de Ostigard lui Casemiro, şi Neymar l-a învins pe bravul Nyland, însă era prea târziu.