06.07.2026 21:00
In the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Norway defeated Brazil 2-1 with goals from Erling Haaland to advance to the quarter-finals. Norwegians vacationing in Alanya celebrated the victory over Brazil enthusiastically while rowing.
In the Round of 16 of the FIFA 2026 World Cup, Brazil faced Norway at New Jersey Stadium.
NORWAY SMILES WITH HAALAND
In the 79th minute of the match, Erling Haaland sent the ball into the net with a header, putting Norway 1-0 ahead. In the 90th minute, Erling Haaland stepped up again, making the score 2-0. In the 90+10th minute, Neymar stepped up to take the penalty won by Brazil, sending the ball into the net, but the match ended with Norway's 2-1 victory. With this result, Norway advanced to the quarter-finals, while the Samba team was eliminated from the tournament.
VIKING WIND IN ALANYA
After the match concluded, Norwegians holidaying in Alanya took to the streets. Many Norwegian fans enthusiastically celebrated the victory over Brazil with the iconic rowing gesture recognized worldwide.