Norway and Brazil meet in World Cup Round of 16 with Haaland and Gabriel rivalry
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 7:56 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Norway faces Brazil in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, taking place at MetLife Stadium. This matchup features two prominent Premier League players, Erling Haaland and Gabriel, who have a heated rivalry from their time in England. Haaland, a striker for Manchester City, has excelled in scoring goals, while Gabriel has been a crucial defender for Arsenal. Their previous encounters in the Premier League have included moments of tension, adding to the stakes of this international clash. The game is currently in progress, with both teams fighting for a spot in the quarter-finals.
- •Norway and Brazil compete for a spot in the quarter-finals.
- •Erling Haaland has a strong scoring record for Manchester City.
- •Gabriel played a key role in Arsenal's recent Premier League title win.
- •Previous Premier League matches between Haaland and Gabriel have featured significant confrontations.
- •The match is ongoing at MetLife Stadium.
- 7:56 PMYahoo Sports — Erling Haaland vs. Gabriel rivalry: Arsenal, Man City resume heated feud in World Cup Round of 16
"The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been oozing with delicious storylines ever since the tournament began across North America in mid-June, with the latest seeing two club rivals clash for the first time on the international level.
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