Brazil knocked out of 2026 World Cup following loss to Norway

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Brazil knocked out of 2026 World Cup following loss to Norway
Summary

Brazil has been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after losing 2-1 to Norway in New Jersey. Despite entering the tournament with high expectations under coach Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil struggled to perform consistently. Bruno Guimaraes made history by becoming the first Brazilian player to miss a penalty in a World Cup match since 1986, failing to convert a first-half chance that could have changed the game's momentum. With another disappointing tournament concluded, Brazil must wait at least four years for another chance at a sixth title.

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  • Norway's Erling Haaland scored two goals against Brazil.
  • Bruno Guimaraes missed a crucial penalty early in the match.
  • This marks Brazil's earliest World Cup exit since 1998.
  • Carlo Ancelotti's team failed to meet expectations in the tournament.
  • Brazil will aim for redemption in the next World Cup in 2030.
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  • 12:18 AMYahoo SportsBruno Guimaraes makes unwanted new history as Brazil crash out of the 2026 World Cup
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Five-time winners Brazil have been knocked out of the World Cup at a relatively early stage once again by Norway and Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes made some unwanted new history in the process. Following the appointment of Carlo Ancelotti – the manager with the most Champions League titles in history – many had predicted Brazil to end their 24-year wait for a record-extending sixth World Cup title.

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