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Martinelli in for Injured Paqueta as Ryerson Returns for Norway vs. Brazil World Cup Clash

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  • Gabriel Martinelli will replace the injured Lucas Paqueta in Brazil's starting lineup for their World Cup round-of-16 match against Norway.
  • Norway welcomes back Julian Ryerson from injury, while Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard will lead their attack.
  • Brazil's lineup features a mix of established stars and emerging talent, with Neymar and Raphinha on the bench.

Brazil has made one change to its starting lineup for the World Cup round-of-16 clash against Norway, with Gabriel Martinelli stepping in for the injured Lucas Paqueta. Martinelli, who scored the decisive goal against Japan, will start on the left wing in Carlo Ancelotti's diamond formation.

The 19-year-old Rayan retains his place in the attack, forming a front three alongside Vinicius Jr. and Matheus Cunha. Experienced forwards Raphinha and Neymar are listed on the bench as they continue their recovery from injuries.

Norway, meanwhile, sees the return of Julian Ryerson to their starting eleven after an injury layoff. He replaces Marcus Holmgren Pedersen, who moves to the bench. The Norwegian attack will be spearheaded by star striker Erling Haaland, with captain Martin Odegaard also starting against the five-time world champions.

Brazil's starting XI: Alisson; Danilo, Gabriel Magalhaes, Marquinhos, Douglas Santos; Casemiro, Bruno Guimaraes, Gabriel Martinelli; Matheus Cunha, Rayan, Vinicius Jr.

Norway's starting XI: Orjan Nyland, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjorn Heggem, David Moller Wolfe, Julian Ryerson, Martin Odegaard, Sander Berge, Patrick Berg, Alexander Sorloth, Antonio Nusa, Erling Haaland.

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