New York New Jersey Stadium: The knockout stage leaves little room for error. Former champions Brazil will know another tense evening awaits when they take on Norway in the Round of 16 stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday.
The five-time world champions have yet to hit top gear in the tournament, but they have continued to find ways to survive. Their campaign nearly took an early knockout blow against Japan before a dramatic stoppage-time winner carried Carlo Ancelotti's side into the last 16. With the stakes rising, Brazil will now look to draw on their vast World Cup pedigree as they chase a first title since 2002.
Standing in their way is a Norwegian side enjoying its best World Cup run in nearly three decades. Back at football's biggest stage after a 28-year absence, Ståle Solbakken's men have exceeded expectations, claiming victories over Iraq, Senegal, and Côte d'Ivoire to earn a place in the knockout rounds. Spearheading that charge has been Erling Haaland, whose five goals have made him one of the tournament's most dangerous forwards.
