Brazil vs Norway Preview - prediction, team news, lineups | FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16

The Selecao will take on the Vikings in the Round of 16

The Brazil Football Team, led by Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti, is in the Round of 16, as they beat Japan by 2-1 in the last fixture. Now they will take on the Norway Football Team in the knockout phase of the World Cup. Brazil are undefeated so far in the tournament and have played some good football. On the other hand, Norway, as expected have shown their quality and made it into the Round of 16.

After going down 1-0 in the first half against Japan, the Selecao bounced back really well and scored the winning goal in the last minutes. Brazil has never won against Japan in a competitive fixture, but they will aim to beat them for the first time on Sunday.

The Vikings are delighted to be in the Round of 16, and this competition has been a great success, on and off the pitch, for the Scandinavians. Not only their football performance, but also their Viking Row celebration impressed many fans all around the World.

Overall, the team’s performance has been very consistent in the World Cup, and fans can expect this to be a great fixture, and it might go to extra time and penalties as well. This will be a mouthwatering clash for sure.

Kick-Off:

• Location: New Jersey, USA
• Stadium: New Jersey Stadium
• Date: Sunday, 5 July
• Kick-Off Time: 04:00 PM (EST), 09:00 PM (GMT) | 06/07/2026, 01:30 AM (IST)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In Use

Form

Brazil (in all competitions): W-W-W-D-W

Norway (in all competitions): W-L-W-W-D

Players to Watch

Vinicius Jr (Brazil)

He is in great form right now, and the way he is playing, he is one of the most lethal players in the World Cup so far. His season with Real Madrid didn’t go well and there was a lot of criticism from the fans regarding his performance, but so far he has shown his quality and helped his team reach the Round of 16. In four matches, he has scored four goals and provided one assist.

Erling Haaland (Norway)

This is his first ever World Cup, and he has been exceptional so far. In three matches he played, he scored five goals and looks unstoppable right now. Physically, he is in great shape and leads the front line with courage and confidence. Haaland will face his rival Gabriel once again this season, and surely Haaland will have to overcome this challenge to score goal against Brazil.

Match Facts

• This will be the first time these two sides will lock horns in the FIFA World Cup
• Norway are undefeated against Brazil so far
• Their last meeting ended in a stalemate

Brazil vs Norway: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – Brazil to win this fixture – 11/13 by UNIBET
• Tip 2 – Both teams to score
• Tip 3 – Goals scored over 1.5

Injury and Team News

Raphinha will be doubtful for the Selecao, and Lucas Paqueta also might miss the match; the rest of the players are fit to play.

For Norway, no injury or suspension concerns are going into this match, as all the players will be available for selection.

Head-to-Head

Matches: 4

Brazil: 0

Norway: 2

Draws: 2

Predicted Lineups

Brazil Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Alisson (GK); Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel, Santos; Guimarães, Casemiro, Endrick; Rayan, Cunha, Vini Jr.

Norway Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Nyland (GK); Pedersen, Ajer, Heggem, Moller Wolfe; Odegaard, Berge, Berg; Sorloth, Haaland, Nusa.

Match Prediction

Norway are unbeaten against Brazil so far, and after many years, they will lock horns once again. Both teams have been impressive so far in the competition, and this will be one of the best matches of the Round of 16 for sure. Most probably, Brazil win this fixture since they have more experience of playing at high stakes game,

Prediction: Brazil 3-2 Norway

Telecast Details

India: Unite8 Sports Channels, Zee5

UK: BBC & ITV

USA: FOX Sports

Nigeria: DStv

Full Broadcaster List here.

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