Erling Haaland inspired one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday, scoring twice as Norway defeated Brazil 2-1 to secure a place in the quarter-finals.
The Round of 16 clash at MetLife Stadium appeared destined for a tense finish before Haaland took control in the closing stages.
The prolific Manchester City F.C. striker broke the deadlock in the 79th minute, rising highest to head Norway into the lead and silence the Brazilian supporters.
Haaland then put the result beyond doubt in the 90th minute, unleashing a powerful finish to complete his brace and give Norway a two-goal cushion.
Brazil managed to reduce the deficit with a late goal, but it came too late to prevent the five-time world champions from crashing out of the tournament.
The victory sends the Norway national football team into the quarter-finals, where they will continue their remarkable World Cup campaign, while the defeat ends Brazil national football team’s hopes of lifting a record-extending sixth World Cup title.
Haaland’s match-winning display underlined his reputation as one of world football’s most lethal forwards, with his two late goals proving decisive in a historic victory for Norway.
