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What happened?
The Brazilian National Team faces Norway in a World Cup match after 28 years. The last encounter between the two teams was marked by a controversy that was only resolved a day after the match.
The match took place in 1998, when Norway won 2-1 thanks to a penalty awarded in their favor in the final minutes of the match in Marseille, France.
Why does this matter for Brazil?
Brazil seeks to overcome the controversy of the 1998 penalty. The Brazilian team needs to beat Norway to advance to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-18 | Tunisia | 1-1 |
What comes next?
The match between Brazil and Norway takes place this Sunday, at 17h (Brasília time), in New Jersey. Whoever advances will face the winner of England and Mexico.
The Brazilian National Team has a recent record of 2 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last 4 games. The team's coach is seeking an important victory to keep the team in contention for the 2026 World Cup title.
