FIFA World Cup 2026: CBF shares Brazil training images ahead of high-voltage R16 clash against Norway
New Jersey, July 3
Brazil continued their preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, with the Brazilian Football Confederation sharing glimpses of the team's latest training session ahead of the knockout clash against Norway.
Posting photographs from the training ground on X, the CBF expressed confidence as Brazil shifted its focus to the next stage of the tournament.
"We're still on the path toward the next destination: ROUND OF 16!" the federation wrote while sharing images of the squad putting in the work ahead of Sunday's encounter.
The five-time world champions will take on Norway on July 6 (IST) for a place in the quarterfinals as they aim to continue their pursuit of a record-extending sixth FIFA World Cup title.
Meanwhile, Brazilian football superstar Vinicius Jr met legendary American rapper Jay-Z ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup round of 16 clash against Norway.
Taking to his Instagram, Vinicius, who is signed to Roc Nation Sports, a sports management company founded by the rapper, posted a picture of one of the most iconic crossovers of sports and pop culture in this tournament.
Against Scotland, Vinicius etched his name into the country's football history by becoming the first Brazilian player in 24 years to score in each of his nation's first three FIFA World Cup matches, matching a feat last achieved by Ronaldo Nazario and Rivaldo in 2002, as per ESPN FC's X handle.
Overall, Vinicius Jr became only the fifth Brazilian player to score in the nation's first three FIFA World Cup matches, following Jairzinho (1970), Romario (1994), and Ronaldo and Rivaldo (2002).
Notably, Brazil went on to win the tournament on each of the previous three occasions. So far in the tournament, Vinicius has delivered four goals and an assist and is amongst the contenders for the Golden Boot, with Argentina icon Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe (six goals each) at the top.
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Reader Comments
Norway is no pushover though – they have some solid players. Brazil's defense will need to be sharp in the Round of 16. That match against Scotland was a bit shaky at times. But Vinicius has been a beast so far, golden boot race is heating up!
As a football fan in India, it's amazing to see these World Cup moments unfold. The whole Vinicius-Jay-Z crossover is so iconic – sports and music coming together. Hope Brazil keeps the samba flowing on the pitch! 🇧🇷⚽
I've been following Brazil since the days of Ronaldo and Ronaldinho. This team has promise but the defense still gives me tension. Norway could surprise them if they're not careful. Let's see if Vinicius can carry his club form to the knockout stages.
Vinicius Jr is having a tournament for the ages! Four goals and an assist already, and he's only 24. The fact that he's matching legends like Romario and Rivaldo is incredible. Brazil vs Norway should be a cracker – can't wait to watch it!
Respect to Brazil for their history, but honestly I feel Norway has been underestimated in this tournament. They have a solid team and could pull off an upset. Football is unpredictable – that's why we love it! 😊
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