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Norway faces Brazil in World Cup knockout match, Solbakken urges focus

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 8:07 PM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Norway faces Brazil in World Cup knockout match, Solbakken urges focus

Summary

Norway’s national soccer team, coached by Stale Solbakken, prepares to play Brazil in the World Cup round of 16 on Sunday. Solbakken emphasized the need for players to stay composed under the pressure of facing the five-time champions. Norway remains unbeaten against Brazil in their previous four encounters, including a 2-1 win in 1998. Star striker Erling Haaland has scored five goals in the tournament and will be key against Brazil’s defense, led by Gabriel Magalhaes and Marquinhos. The match will take place in New Jersey.

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By the Numbers

•Norway plays Brazil in World Cup knockout stage on July 6.
•Stale Solbakken advises players to focus on the game, not the occasion.
•Denmark's Haaland has five goals in this tournament.
•Teams have faced each other four times, with Norway unbeaten.
•Match will unfold in New Jersey, critical for both teams.

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8:07 PMYahoo Sports — Norway must handle occasion against Brazil, says Solbakken

What they're saying

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Norway coach Stale Solbakken urged his players not to be overawed by the occasion when they face five-time World Cup winners Brazil in the last 16 on Sunday.It will be the second time the countries have faced each other at a World Cup, with Norway beating Brazil 2-1 in the group stage of the 1998 tournament.
— Yahoo Sports

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