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Norway coach honors Ancelotti ahead of World Cup clash with Brazil

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Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Norway coach honors Ancelotti ahead of World Cup clash with Brazil

Summary

Norway coach Stale Solbakken expressed respect for Carlo Ancelotti as they prepare for a World Cup round of 16 match against Brazil on Sunday. Solbakken addressed claims of disrespect towards the Brazilian coach, affirming that facing Ancelotti is a "great honour." The match marks a significant moment for Norway in the tournament as they aim to advance further.

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Key Details

•Norway faces Brazil in the World Cup round of 16 on Sunday.
•Stale Solbakken respects Carlo Ancelotti as a coach.
•Solbakken denies any allegations of disrespect towards Brazil's coach.

Latest Updates

6:41 PMYahoo Sports — What did Norway's coach say about Brazil and Carlo Ancelotti?
1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Stale Solbakken calls Brazil clash a ‘great honour' after explaining Carlo Ancelotti comments
8:48 PMESPN Soccer — Norway boss denies Ancelotti disrespect at WC

What they're saying

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Norway coach Stale Solbakken said facing Carlo Ancelotti and Brazil in the World Cup round of 16 is a "great honour" as he clarified comments made after his side's victory over Ivory Coast that appeared to challenge the Brazil manager. Following Erling Haaland's late winner in Norway's 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast, Solbakken was filmed…
— Yahoo Sports

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Norway coach Stale Solbakken said it is a "great honour" to face Carlo Ancelotti in Sunday's World Cup round of 16 tie against Brazil after rejecting claims he disrespected the Selecao coach.
— ESPN Soccerby Mark Ogden