Brazil vs Norway: How Ancelotti plans to stop Erling Haaland and silence ‘Viking Row’ in Round of 16
Norway’s lethal, counter-attacking style relies on exploiting space, forcing Ancelotti to pivot from Brazil’s usual flair to a more pragmatic approach. Carlo Ancelotti, Head Coach of Brazil (L) and Erling Haaland #9 of Norway | Photo: via AFP/AFP As Brazil advance deeper into the 2026 FIFA World Cup,
France set up a clash with Paraguay while Norway book a blockbuster last-16 meeting with Brazil after late drama in Dallas
Analysis as Norway beat Ivory Coast 2-1 through a late Erling Haaland goal to set up a last 16 tie with Brazil
Norway's Erling Haaland scored four minutes from time to earn a 2-1 victory over the Ivory Coast in the World Cup round of 32 on Tuesday and set up a meeting with Brazil.
Norway coach Stale Solbakken was delighted for his side and their fans after a tense 2-1 victory over the Ivory Coast.
Amad Diallo inspired Ivory Coast's fightback, but Erling Haaland's fifth World Cup goal ensured Norway progressed to the last 16.
Some results have been hidden because they may be inaccessible to you
Show inaccessible results
