Norway ousts Brazil from World Cup as Matheus Cunha performs well
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
Norway eliminated Brazil from the 2026 World Cup with a 2-1 victory. Erling Haaland scored twice for Norway, while Neymar netted a late penalty, offering only a consolation for Brazil. Matheus Cunha, who played 58 minutes and demonstrated solid performance, could not prevent Brazil's exit. The team will now focus on recovery as they return to their clubs after an early World Cup departure.
- •Norway wins 2-1 against Brazil on July 6, 2026.
- •Erling Haaland scores both goals for Norway.
- •Neymar converts a late penalty for Brazil.
- •Matheus Cunha plays 58 minutes and has strong stats.
- •Brazil's World Cup campaign ends in the knockout stage.
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Matheus Cunha’s World Cup heroics in vain as Brazil crash out to Norway
"Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha performed well for Brazil, but it was not enough, as the South American nation was dumped out of the 2026 World Cup by Norway.ExitManchester City striker Erling...
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