Brazil vs Norway

Brazil topped Group C with three wins and a draw, conceding just once while controlling games through a strong midfield and an average xG of 2.22 per match. The absence of Raphinha robs them of a key wide threat, but the depth of Vinicius Jr., Neymar, and young Endrick still gives them frightening quality in the final third. Norway finished second in Group I with eight goals scored but also seven conceded, reflecting a team built around Erling Haaland's finishing and a fragile defensive structure that has yet to keep a clean sheet. In this Round of 16 clash, the critical battle will be whether Brazil's compact shape can contain Haaland and Martin Odegaard's creativity on the counter — if Norway can find the net once, expect a wide‑open game.