On July 6th, Beijing time, in the 2026 U.S., Canada, and Mexico World Cup quarter-finals, Norway defeated Brazil 2-1 to advance to the semi-finals.
Just two minutes into the game, Norwegian player Beg scored a goal through a counterattack, but the goal was disqualified due to a foul by a teammate on the pitch.
In the 12th minute, the Brazilian team had a penalty kick. Gimariolus took the penalty kick, but it was saved by the Norwegian goalkeeper.
In the 79th minute, Norwegian player Haaland scored a header from inside the penalty area.
In the 90th minute, Hamlin scored twice. With a shot that hit the ground and then directly into the goal's corner, he helped the Norwegian team secure the victory.
In the 10th minute of overtime in the second half, Brazilian player Neymar scored a penalty goal, bringing back a point for Brazil.
Ultimately, Norway defeated Brazil 2-1, reaching the quarterfinals of the World Cup for the first time in history. The streak of undefeated matches against Brazil was extended to five games. Since their first encounter in 1988, Norway has never lost to Brazil.
The Norwegian team will face the winner of the match between England and Mexico in the quarter-finals.
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