The biggest upset of the FIFA World Cup 2026 was witnessed in the Round of 16, as Norway defeated five-time world champions Brazil 2-1 to knock them out of the tournament. With this historic victory, Norway advanced to the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in its history.
Erling Haaland was the hero of the match, scoring two brilliant second-half goals to turn the game around. Brazil had an early opportunity to take the lead, but Bruno Guimarães failed to convert a penalty. Norway goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland also played a crucial role in the victory with several outstanding saves.
Brazil's Neymar managed to score a penalty in injury time, but it came too late to change the outcome. After the final whistle, Norway's players and fans celebrated in the iconic "Viking Row" style, with photos and videos of the celebration quickly going viral on social media.
With this defeat, Brazil's dream of winning a record-extending sixth FIFA World Cup title came to an end once again. Norway will now face the winner of the Round of 16 clash between England and Mexico in the quarter-finals.
