Erling Haaland struck twice in the final 12 minutes to send Norway into the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in their history, eliminating five-time champions Brazil 2-1 in a stunning Round of 16 upset at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday night . The Manchester City striker’s composed finish and thunderous second goal condemned Brazil to their earliest World Cup exit since 1990, while Norway will face the winner of England vs Mexico in the last eight.

Haaland, who had been largely subdued for much of the match, broke the deadlock in the 79th minute with a clinical low drive after a swift Norwegian counterattack. His second, in the 90th minute, sealed the victory with a powerful long-range strike that left Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson rooted to the spot . The Norwegian forward now sits level with Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé on seven goals at the tournament, having previously scored against Iraq, Senegal and Ivory Coast.

Brazil’s elimination was compounded by a missed penalty in the first half, when Bruno Guimarães stepped up but saw his effort brilliantly saved by Norway goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland . Neymar pulled one back from the spot in stoppage time, but it proved little more than a consolation as the Seleção’s World Cup campaign ended in tears. The defeat marks Brazil’s first Round of 16 exit since the 1990 tournament in Italy, shattering their hopes of lifting a sixth World Cup trophy on home soil.

Norway’s victory extended their unbeaten run against Brazil in competitive history, with this result adding to previous wins in 1998 and two draws, including a famous 2-1 victory at the 1998 World Cup . The Scandinavian side, managed by Ståle Solbakken, had been widely expected to struggle against the tournament favourites, but their disciplined defensive structure and clinical finishing proved decisive.

Haaland’s heroics were met with jubilation in Norway, where fans celebrated the nation’s first-ever World Cup quarter-final appearance. “It’s surreal,” Haaland told reporters after the match. “I have to pinch myself to believe it. We’ve done something incredible.” His performance drew comparisons to legendary Norwegian football moments, with former Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimović likening Norway’s campaign to Sweden’s iconic 1994 World Cup run .

The result reshapes the tournament landscape, with Norway set to face either England or Mexico in the quarter-finals. England, who defeated Mexico 3-2 in a dramatic Round of 16 clash, will now prepare to face the Nordic side in what promises to be a tightly contested tie. Meanwhile, Brazil’s early exit leaves the door open for other traditional powerhouses to stake their claim for the trophy.

As the World Cup moves into its quarter-final stage, Norway’s fairytale run has captivated global audiences. Haaland’s two goals have not only secured his place among the tournament’s top scorers but have also etched his name into World Cup history as the man who led Norway past the giants of the game.

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Erling Haaland scored two late goals to send Norway through to a first World Cup quarter-final with a 2-1 win over Brazil that condemned the five-time champions to their earliest exit since 1990

bluesky_AFP English · about 4 hours ago

World Cup: Erling Haaland leads the way as Norway knock out Brazil Norway beat Brazil 2–1 in the World Cup round of 16. Erling Haaland scored twice (79, 90) and is now level with Messi and Mbappé in the goalscoring charts (7).

france24 · about 4 hours ago

Haaland rewrites history by carrying Norway into World Cup quarterfinals Haaland has emerged from the shadows of Messi, Mbappe and Ronaldo to rewrite World Cup history for Norway.

aljazeera · about 4 hours ago

Norway and England advance to World Cup quarterfinals as Brazil and Mexico head home Norways Erling Haaland scored two goals after the 79th minute, bring his country to a late 2-1 win against Brazil, as Mexico fought back hard against England with a 3-2 finish.

euronews · about 4 hours ago

Norwegen eliminiert Brasilien, England schlägt Mexiko in Unterzahl – Alle Tore der Nacht im Video Rekordweltmeister Brasilien verzweifelt an einem vereinslosen Torwart und Erling Haaland. England übersteht ein episches Achtelfinale gegen Gastgeber Mexiko im Aztekenstadion. Sehen Sie hier alle Tore der Nacht im Video.

welt.de · about 4 hours ago

Haaland destroys Brazils dream as Norway storm into their first-ever World Cup quarter-final Brazil have been kicked out of the World Cup after a 2–1 defeat to the Norwegian vikings in a result […]

euroweeklynews · about 4 hours ago

Haaland double as Norway stun Brazil to reach World Cup quarter-finals Erling Haaland struck two late goals as Norway stunned record five-times champions Brazil 2-1 in the World Cup last 16 on Sunday to send the Scandinavian team into the quarter-finals for the first time. Neymars penalty deep into stoppage time was little consolation for Brazil, for whom Bruno Guimaraes missed an early penalty as they failed to […]

cyprus mail · about 5 hours ago

It was all smiles for Norway fans as they filed out of New York New Jersey stadium after Erling Haaland scored two late goals to stun record five-times champions Brazil 2-1 in the World Cup last 16.

bluesky_Reuters · about 5 hours ago

England, nu är ni förvarnade Erling Haaland sänkte Brasilien med dubbla fullträffar. Norges VM-äventyr kan fortsätta hela vägen till finalen den 19 juli. Som storebror är det bara att applådera succén.

svenska dagbladet · about 5 hours ago

Trotz krasser VAR-Fehlentscheidung – Norwegen schießt Brasilien aus dem Turnier Das norwegische WM-Märchen geht weiter. Trotz eines Elfmeter-Geschenks für Brasilien zieht das Team um Erling Haaland ins Viertelfinale ein. Der Superstar ist wieder einmal der gefeierte Held. Sehen Sie die Highlights der Partie hier im Video.

welt.de · about 5 hours ago

Erling Haaland: Faxe und Wickie schlagen Brasilien Norwegen wirft Brasilien in einem WM-Achtelfinale raus: Die Qualitäten im Weltfußball haben sich verschoben. Den Sieg bringt eine norwegische Naturgewalt.

die zeit · about 5 hours ago

Haaland fires Norway past Brazil into historic World Cup quarters Erling Haaland scored twice in the final quarter-hour to propel Norway past Brazil 2-1 in Sundays Round of 16 clash, eliminating the five-time champions and securing the Nordic sides maiden place among the World Cups final eight teams while moving level with the tournaments top scorers.

yenisafak · about 6 hours ago

Haaland kopt en schiet Noren langs Brazilië op WK voetbal Noorwegen heeft zich geplaatst voor de kwartfinales van het WK voetbal. De ploeg van bondscoach Ståle Solbakken won in het New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford verrassend met 2-1 van Brazilië. Erling Haaland was met twee doelpunten de man van de wedstrijd. Noorwegen speelt zaterdag in Miami tegen de winnaar van de wedstrijd in de achtste finales tussen Mexico en Engeland.

rtl nieuws · about 6 hours ago

Nå venter England i VM-kvartfinalen: – Vi kan slå alle To mål fra Erling Braut Haaland sørget for at Norge slo Brasil 2-1, som i VM for 28 år siden.

nrk · about 6 hours ago

Haaland-Doppelpack: Norwegen schießt Rekordweltmeister Brasilien ins Aus Erling Haaland schießt die Skandinavier mit einem Doppelpack zur veritablen Sensation. Am Samstag wartet nun England im Viertelfinale der WM.

die presse · about 6 hours ago

The man England will fear most - Haaland fires Norway to history Erling Haaland has scored seven goals in four World Cup games and he is the striker that nobody wants to face as he fires Norway into an historic quarter-final.

bbc sport · about 6 hours ago

Haaland sends Norway into quarter-finals as Brazil crash out Erling Haaland scores twice for Norway as they beat Brazil 2-1 at the New York New Jersey Stadium to reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup for the first time.

bbc sport · about 6 hours ago

Erstmals im Viertelfinale: „Surreal: Haaland kann Norwegens WM-Märchen kaum glauben Die norwegische Erfolgsstory geht weiter. Erling Haaland muss sich selbst „kneifen, wie er nach seinem Doppelpack gegen Brasilien verrät. Der Stürmerstar der Seleção gratuliert fair.

tagesspiegel · about 6 hours ago

Bewegende Szenen nach Abpfiff – Hier lässt Haaland Norwegen wieder rudern Nach dem Viertelfinaleinzug gegen Brasilien ist die Freude bei Norwegens Spielern und Fans grenzenlos. Superstar Erling Haaland trommelt vor der Fankurve den Takt vor und lässt seine Landsleute mal wieder rudern. Sehen Sie die Szenen hier im Video.

welt.de · about 6 hours ago

Haaland scores twice as Norway stun Brazil 2-1 in World Cup 2026 last 16 Haalands brace takes him to seven goals for the tournament as Norway book a quarterfinal against Mexico or England.

aljazeera · about 6 hours ago

Norge slår ut Brasilien – Haaland stor hjälte Norges VM-dröm fortsätter. Detta efter seger med 2–1 över Brasilien i åttondelsfinalen i VM.Stora matchhjältar blev tvåmålskytten Erling Haaland och målvakten Örjan Nyland som bland annat räddade en straff.

svenska dagbladet · about 6 hours ago

Haaland double fires Norway into World Cup quarter-finals Erling Haaland scores twice as Norway knock out five-time champions Brazil, and progress to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.

bbc sport · about 7 hours ago

Haaland scores twice as Norway knocks Brazil out of World Cup Erling Haaland scored two late goals to send Norway through to a first World Cup quarterfinal with a stunning 2-1 win over Brazil that condemned the five-time champions…

japantoday · about 7 hours ago

Die Vorentscheidung – Hier schießt Haaland Brasilien aus dem Turnier In der 90. Minute schnürt Erling Haaland den Doppelpack und entscheidet damit das Spiel gegen Brasilien. Der norwegische Superstar zieht trocken aus der zweiten Reihe ab und trifft perfekt ins Eck. Sehen Sie das 2:0 hier im Video.

welt.de · about 7 hours ago

1:2 gegen Norwegen: Brasilien scheitert an Haaland, Nyland und dem Ruder-Kollektiv Erling Haaland ist im Achtelfinale lange nicht zu sehen, trifft dann aber zweimal – und schickt die Seleção nach Hause. Vorher hält Örjan Nyland die Norweger im Spiel.

faz · about 7 hours ago

Fußballweltmeisterschaft 2026: Norwegen siegt gegen Brasilien und steht erstmals im Viertelfinale Nach dem Sieg gegen Rekordweltmeister Brasilien zieht Norwegen erstmals in ein WM-Viertelfinale ein. Erling Haaland trifft gleich zweimal für Norwegen. Der Spielbericht

die zeit · about 8 hours ago

World Cup 2026: Haaland brace sinks Brazil as Norway storm into quarter-finals

france24 · about 8 hours ago

Haaland om Norges forvandling: – Har klart å få baller Et massivt pressekorps ville ha en bit av Erling Braut Haaland (25) etter oppvisningen mot Brasil.

aftenposten · about 8 hours ago

Haaland etter Brasil-bragden: – Har klart å få baller Et massivt pressekorps ville ha en bit av Erling Braut Haaland etter oppvisningen mot Brasil.

aftenposten · about 9 hours ago

Haaland, Norway condemn Brazil to earliest World Cup exit since 1990 #Europe

mastodon bot · about 10 hours ago