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Vinicius explains penalty decision in Brazil's World Cup exit to Norway

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 7:40 AM

Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Vinicius explains penalty decision in Brazil's World Cup exit to Norway

Summary

Brazil was eliminated from the World Cup after a 2-1 defeat to Norway in the Round of 16. A pivotal moment came when Bruno Guimaraes missed a penalty early in the match after Vinicius Jr. was instructed not to take it, leading to scrutiny of the decision. Vinicius emphasized that he followed the coach's orders and defended his teammate, urging fans not to judge Guimaraes for the missed opportunity. He expressed disappointment over Brazil's ongoing struggles in international football and optimism about younger players' potential to elevate the national team in the future.

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By the Numbers

•Brazil lost 2-1 to Norway in the World Cup Round of 16 on July 6, 2026.
•Vinicius Jr. did not take the penalty due to a manager's decision.
•Bruno Guimaraes' missed penalty was saved by Norway's goalkeeper, Orjan Nyland.
•Vinicius defended his teammate and urged support from fans.
•The defeat marks another setback for Brazil in their quest for World Cup success.

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7:40 AMYahoo Sports — Vinicius explains why he did not take Brazil’s crucial penalty against Norway: ‘This shows I have not been selfish’

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Brazil’s hopes of ending their long wait for World Cup glory came crashing down after Erling Haaland and Norway inspired a stunning 2-1 victory over the Seleção in the Round of 16, with much of th...
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