Norway faces Brazil in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday, July 5, with a place in the quarterfinals at stake. The match kicks off at 4:00 p.m. ET at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
With the knockout stage underway, every match must produce a winner. Here’s what happens if Norway win, the match is tied after regulation, or Norway lose against Brazil.
If Norway beat Brazil
A victory over Brazil would send Norway into the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Norway would then face the winner of the Round of 16 matchup between Mexico and England, with that quarterfinal scheduled for July 11.
An upset over five-time World Cup champion Brazil would rank among the biggest results in Norwegian football history and keep Norway’s hopes of winning its first FIFA World Cup alive.
What happens if Norway and Brazil are tied?
Knockout-stage matches cannot end in a draw.
If Norway and Brazil are level after 90 minutes of regulation, the match will go to 30 minutes of extra time, split into two 15-minute halves.
If the teams remain tied after extra time, the winner will be determined by a penalty shootout. The winning nation advances to the quarterfinals, while the loser is eliminated from the tournament.
If Norway lose to Brazil
If Norway lose to Brazil, their 2026 FIFA World Cup journey comes to an end.
Brazil would advance to the quarterfinals to face either Mexico or England on July 11.
Despite an impressive run to the Round of 16, a defeat would end Norway’s bid for its first-ever FIFA World Cup title.
Norway looks to continue its surprise run
Norway reached the Round of 16 after defeating Ivory Coast, while Brazil advanced by beating Japan.
Led by star striker Erling Haaland, Norway has emerged as one of the tournament’s surprise teams. However, it faces one of the competition’s traditional powerhouses in Brazil, which enters the match as one of the favorites to lift the trophy.
The winner of Sunday’s showdown will secure a place among the final eight teams remaining in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Norway vs. Brazil match information
- Match: Norway vs. Brazil
- Competition: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16
- Date: Sunday, July 5, 2026
- Kickoff Time: 4:00 p.m. ET
- Venue: New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey
FAQ
Can Norway be eliminated today?
Yes. A loss to Brazil would eliminate Norway from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Can Norway advance with a draw?
No. If the teams are tied after 90 minutes, the match will go to extra time. If still level after extra time, a penalty shootout will determine who advances.
Who will Norway play if they beat Brazil?
Norway will face the winner of Mexico vs. England in the quarterfinals.
Is there extra time in the World Cup Round of 16?
Yes. Every knockout-stage match that is tied after 90 minutes goes to 30 minutes of extra time, followed by a penalty shootout if needed.