06.07.2026 01:20
In the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Norway defeated Brazil 2-1 to advance to the quarterfinals, while Brazil was eliminated. In the early minutes of the match, Vinicius Junior, who won a penalty, voluntarily gave the ball to Bruno Guimaraes, which became a turning point. Guimaraes stepped up to take the shot but failed to beat the goalkeeper, and after this moment, control of the game shifted to Norway.
A major surprise occurred in the round of 16 of the FIFA 2026 World Cup. Brazil, one of the tournament favorites, was defeated 2-1 by Norway, making an early exit from the event. Norway, rising to the quarterfinals with a historic victory, etched their name among the giants.
THE INCIDENT THAT CHANGED THE MATCH'S DESTINY
The fate of the match changed at the moment Brazil was about to take a penalty. Vinicius Junior, who won the penalty for the Samba Boys, voluntarily handed the ball to Bruno Guimaraes. However, on Guimaraes' shot, the Norwegian goalkeeper denied the goal.
PENALTY MISSED, MORALE DROPPED
With this missed penalty, Norway completely seized the psychological advantage, took control of the game, managed to overthrow Brazil, and booked their place in the quarterfinals.