Brazil vs Norway: How Ancelotti plans to stop Erling Haaland and silence ‘Viking Row’ in Round of 16
Norway’s lethal, counter-attacking style relies on exploiting space, forcing Ancelotti to pivot from Brazil’s usual flair to a more pragmatic approach. Carlo Ancelotti, Head Coach of Brazil (L) and Erling Haaland #9 of Norway | Photo: via AFP/AFP As Brazil advance deeper into the 2026 FIFA World Cup,
France set up a clash with Paraguay while Norway book a blockbuster last-16 meeting with Brazil after late drama in Dallas
Brazil face Japan in a blockbuster FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash. Check head-to-head record, tactical preview, key players, prediction, live streaming details and what's at stake
Analysis as Norway beat Ivory Coast 2-1 through a late Erling Haaland goal to set up a last 16 tie with Brazil
Norway's Erling Haaland scored four minutes from time to earn a 2-1 victory over the Ivory Coast in the World Cup round of 32 on Tuesday and set up a meeting with Brazil.
Norway coach Stale Solbakken was delighted for his side and their fans after a tense 2-1 victory over the Ivory Coast.
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