FIFA WC: Where to watch Brazil vs Norway, know all details
New Jersey, July 5
The knockout stage leaves little room for error. Former champions Brazil will know another tense evening awaits when they take on Norway in the Round of 16 stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday.
The five-time world champions have yet to hit top gear in the tournament, but they have continued to find ways to survive. Their campaign nearly took an early knockout blow against Japan before a dramatic stoppage-time winner carried Carlo Ancelotti's side into the last 16. With the stakes rising, Brazil will now look to draw on their vast World Cup pedigree as they chase a first title since 2002.
Standing in their way is a Norwegian side enjoying its best World Cup run in nearly three decades. Back at football's biggest stage after a 28-year absence, Ståle Solbakken's men have exceeded expectations, claiming victories over Iraq, Senegal, and Côte d'Ivoire to earn a place in the knockout rounds. Spearheading that charge has been Erling Haaland, whose five goals have made him one of the tournament's most dangerous forwards.
History also offers Norway encouragement. Brazil has never defeated the Scandinavians in four previous meetings, with Norway recording two wins and two draws, including a memorable victory at the 1998 World Cup.
Records, however, are unlikely to influence Sunday's contest. Brazil possess one of the deepest squads remaining in the tournament, with Vinícius Júnior leading an attack capable of unsettling any defence. Norway, meanwhile, have shown attacking intent throughout the competition but are still searching for their first clean sheet, a vulnerability Brazil will aim to exploit.
With a place in the quarter-finals and a potential meeting with either England or Mexico up for grabs, the contest promises a fascinating clash between Brazil's tournament know-how and Norway's fearless resurgence.
How to watch Brazil vs Norway live in India
Live streaming and live telecast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches will be available on the Zee5 platform and app in India. A subscription will be needed.
Live telecast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be available on the Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD TV channels in India.
Key details
Date and kick-off time: Monday, July 6, 01:30 AM IST
Venue: New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, USA
Referee: Ismail Elfath
Squads:
Brazil -
Goalkeepers: Alisson, Ederson, Weverton
Defenders: Ederson, Douglas Santos, Alex Sandro, Gabriel Magalhães, Marquinhos, Danilo, Bremer, Ibáñez, Leo Pereira
Midfielders: Bruno Guimarães, Casemiro, Danilo Santos, Fabinho, Lucas Paqueta, Raphinha, Neymar
Forwards: Vinicius Junior, Luiz Henrique, Matheus Cunha, Gabriel Martinelli, Igor Thiago, Endrick, Rayan
Norway -
Goalkeepers: Orjan Haskjold Nyland, Egil Selvik, Sander Tangvik
Defenders: Kristoffer Vassbakk Ajer, Fredrik Bjorkan, Henrik Falchener, Sondre Langas, Torbjorn Heggem, Marcus Holmgren Pedersen, Julian Ryerson, David Møller Wolfe, Leo Ostigard
Midfielders: Thelonious Aasgaard, Fredrik Aursnes, Patrick Berg, Sander Berge, Oscar Bobb, Jens Petter Hauge, Antonio Nusa, Andreas Schjelderup, Morten Thorsby, Kristian Thorstvedt, Martin Odegaard
Forwards: Erling Haaland, Jorgen Strand Larsen, Alexander Sorloth
— IANS
Reader Comments
Honestly, Norway's defensive record is concerning. No clean sheet in the whole tournament so far? Against Vinicius Jr and that Brazilian attack, that's asking for trouble. But what a story they've been - back after 28 years and now in the knockout stage. Reminds me of Greece in 2004. Let's see if they can pull off another upset.
Brazil scraping through against Japan with a stoppage-time winner? That's not the Samba football we know. Carlo Ancelotti needs to sort out their finishing. Too many star players underperforming. Norway will smell blood and Haaland will be licking his lips at that Brazilian defense 🇧🇷⚽
Why does Neymar still get picked? He's been past his best for years. Brazil has so many young talents like Endrick and Rayan, they should be starting ahead of him. Also, thank goodness for Zee5 streaming - finally a platform that works on mobile. Really looking forward to this match!
People forget that Norway also beat Brazil in 1998. That tournament was so memorable for us Indians too because of how well we supported Brazil. Now the tables have turned. Haaland is a beast, but Brazil's depth is insane - they've got Vinicius, Martinelli, Cunha all on bench. I'm predicting 3-1 Brazil, but Norway will make them sweat 💪
Excited to see Erling Haaland on the big stage. The guy is unstoppable. But Brazil has too much history and talent. That said
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