HAALAND DOUBLE FIRES NORWAY INTO WORLD CUP QUARTER-FINALS

Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway defeated Brazil 2-1 in a 2026 World Cup knockout match. The result eliminated Brazil from the tournament. Norway progressed to the quarter-final stage of the competition.

Brazil entered the match as five-time World Cup champions. The match took place during the knockout rounds of the 2026 World Cup. Norway's victory came against one of football's traditional powerhouses.

The quarter-final draw will determine Norway's next opponent in the tournament. Haaland's two goals proved decisive in securing Norway's advancement. The result marks a significant achievement for the Norwegian national team at this stage of the competition.