Brazil HubThe Brazilian national team faces Norway in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with a touch of English rivalry. This is because the duel between Gabriel Magalhães and Erling Haaland revives the rivalry between Arsenal and Manchester City.
What's at stake?
The match between Brazil and Norway is valid for the 2026 World Cup round of 16 and takes place on Sunday, July 5.
The English rivalry
The rivalry between Arsenal and Manchester City is one of the most intense in European football. Since the last decade, the two teams have dominated the elite in England, with seven titles in the last 10 championships.
| Team | Titles |
|---|---|
| Manchester City | 6 |
| Arsenal | 1 |
The duel between Gabriel and Haaland
The defender Gabriel Magalhães and the striker Erling Haaland are two of the main symbols of the teams that form one of the great rivalries in European football. The Norwegian is the goal-man of City, with 132 goals in 135 games for the blue team.
What comes next?
The match between Brazil and Norway promises to be intense, with the English rivalry between Gabriel Magalhães and Erling Haaland as one of the main ingredients. Don't miss it!
