2026 World Cup: Brazil vs. Norway—Probable Lineups and Where to Watch It on TV

Kickoff is at 10 p.m. for Brazil vs. Norway, a match in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup in North America. It’s one of the most anticipated Round of 16 matches of the World Cup: on one side is the Seleção, which Carlo Ancelotti is rebuilding; on the other, the formidable Vikings led by Erling Haaland, who aim to become the tournament’s true dark horses. The match will be broadcast on DAZN and free-to-air on RAI 1.

The Verdeoro won their qualifying group: after a hard-fought draw with Morocco, they crushed both Haiti and Scotland, and in the round of 16 they confirmed their strength by defeating a tough Japan. Norway, which crushed Italy in the European qualifiers, finished second in France’s group, losing only to Les Bleus—but with a reserve squad. In the Round of 16, they defeated the Ivory Coast, with Haaland once again in top form (5 goals in 3 games played) and extremely dangerous.

Ancelotti is expected to stick with the Rayan-Cunha-Vinicius Jr. attacking trio, with Neymar starting on the bench. Paquetà will not be in midfield; Danilo Santos is expected to play.

Haaland is the focal point of Norway’s attack, flanked by Sorloth and Nusa. In midfield, the trio of Berg, Berge, and Odegaard will feature, while the fullbacks will be Pedersen and Wolfe.

Brazil vs. Norway: Probable Lineups
BRAZIL (4-3-3): Alisson; Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel, Douglas Santos; Bruno Guimaraes, Casemiro, Danilo Santos; Rayan, Cunha, Vinicius Jr. Head Coach: Ancelotti
NORWAY (4-3-3): Nyland; Pedersen, Ajer, Heggem, Wolfe; Berg, Berge, Odegaard; Sorloth, Haaland, Nusa. Head Coach: Solbakken