Brazil vs Norway Stats, xG, Goals & Player Data
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Brazil vs Norway stats now reflect Norway’s 2-1 World Cup 2026 Round of 16 win at New York New Jersey Stadium. The Brazil national football team created more xG and more shots, but the Norway national football team used Erling Haaland’s late double to reach the quarterfinals. Neymar scored from the penalty spot in stoppage time, yet Brazil ran out of time after missing an earlier penalty.
The result sends Norway toward a quarterfinal against Mexico or England. Brazil leave the World Cup 2026 Round of 16 bracket after producing 2.75 xG, 14 shots, and three big chances. Norway won with 0.84 xG, five shots on target, 66% possession, and stronger late finishing.
Brazil vs Norway Stats – Match Statistics Overview
Brazil won the chance-quality battle but lost the scoreboard. They finished with 2.75 xG, 14 shots, four shots on target, three big chances created, and four big chances missed. Norway finished with 0.84 xG, nine shots, five shots on target, two big chances created, and two big chances missed.
Norway controlled the ball for long stretches and completed 617 accurate passes. Brazil completed 279 accurate passes, but their best chances came through penalties and late pressure. Ørjan Nyland’s four saves, including the first-half penalty stop, gave Norway the platform for Haaland’s finish.
Brazil vs Norway Stats Snapshot
The snapshot explains the 2-1 result better than possession alone. Brazil carried the higher xG, yet Norway had the cleaner finishing edge. Haaland scored with a 79th-minute header and a 90th-minute left-footed strike, while Neymar converted Brazil’s 90+10 penalty.
| Stat | Brazil | Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 1 | 2 |
| Expected Goals | 2.75 | 0.84 |
| Possession | 34% | 66% |
| Shots | 14 | 9 |
| Shots On Target | 4 | 5 |
| Big Chances Created | 3 | 2 |
| Big Chances Missed | 4 | 2 |
| Accurate Passes | 279 | 617 |
| Pass Accuracy | 85% | 91% |
| Corners | 5 | 5 |
Attacking Stats Comparison
Brazil generated more total threat, but their finishing failed under pressure. Bruno Guimarães saw a 14th-minute penalty saved, and Brazil missed four big chances across the match. Neymar’s late penalty cut the deficit, but it arrived after Norway already led by two.
Norway needed fewer attempts to score twice. Haaland put three of his four shots on target and scored from two different zones. Andreas Schjelderup assisted both goals, giving Norway a direct route from wide service into Haaland’s movement.
| Attack Stat | Brazil | Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 1 | 2 |
| Expected Goals | 2.75 | 0.84 |
| Shot Attempts | 14 | 9 |
| Shots On Goal | 4 | 5 |
| Shot Accuracy | 29% | 56% |
| Big Chances Created | 3 | 2 |
| Top Scorer | Neymar, 1 | Erling Haaland, 2 |
Defensive Stats Comparison
Norway’s defensive numbers start with Nyland. He made four saves and stopped Bruno Guimarães from the spot in the 14th minute. That save changed the match state because Brazil had built the better early chance value.
Brazil made three saves and won 43 duels, one more than Norway. Still, they conceded twice after the 78th minute and could not protect the box against Haaland. Norway’s back line also conceded a late penalty, but the earlier cushion held.
| Defensive Stat | Brazil | Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Conceded | 2 | 1 |
| Saves | 3 | 4 |
| Save Rate | 60% | 80% |
| Duels Won | 43 | 42 |
| Fouls Committed | 7 | 6 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
Passing and Possession Analysis
Norway controlled the passing rhythm for most of the match. Their 66% possession and 617 accurate passes show how often they kept Brazil pinned away from settled pressure. Sander Berge led the passing control with 117 accurate passes in the match leaders panel.
Brazil’s 279 accurate passes show a more broken rhythm. Casemiro completed 35 accurate passes and added one big chance created, but Brazil could not turn territory into enough goals. The passing gap forced Brazil into more direct attacks after Norway took control.
| Passing Stat | Brazil | Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 34% | 66% |
| Accurate Passes | 279 | 617 |
| Pass Accuracy | 85% | 91% |
| Corners | 5 | 5 |
| Duels Won | 43 | 42 |
| Fouls | 7 | 6 |
Key Player Statistics
Haaland decided the match with two late goals. His first came from a centre-box header after Schjelderup’s cross in the 79th minute. His second came in the 90th minute, when he finished with his left foot from outside the box.
Neymar gave Brazil a late route back into the tie after coming on in the 67th minute. He scored in the 90+10th minute and had one shot on target from two attempts. Brazil’s other major moment came through Bruno Guimarães, whose 14th-minute penalty was saved.
| Player | Team | Key Data |
|---|---|---|
| Erling Haaland | Norway | 2 goals, 4 shots, 3 shots on target |
| Andreas Schjelderup | Norway | 2 assists |
| Ørjan Nyland | Norway | 4 saves, 1 penalty save |
| Neymar | Brazil | 1 goal, 2 shots, 1 yellow card |
| Bruno Guimarães | Brazil | 2 shots, 1 penalty saved |
| Alisson Becker | Brazil | 3 saves, 2 goals conceded |
Expected Goals Analysis
The xG split was Brazil 2.75 and Norway 0.84. Brazil’s value came from the two penalties, box entries, and late pressure. Norway’s lower xG still produced two goals because Haaland finished the biggest moments with rare efficiency.
Brazil will see this as a finishing failure more than a creativity failure. They created enough chance value to avoid defeat, but they missed four big chances and had one penalty saved. Norway’s advantage came from timing, goalkeeping, and Haaland’s ability to score from fewer attempts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Brazil vs Norway final score?
Norway beat Brazil 2-1 in the World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Haaland scored twice before Neymar converted a late penalty.
Who scored in Brazil vs Norway?
Erling Haaland scored for Norway in the 79th and 90th minutes. Neymar scored Brazil’s penalty in the 90+10th minute.
What were the Brazil vs Norway xG stats?
Brazil finished with 2.75 xG, while Norway finished with 0.84 xG. Brazil created more chance value but lost 2-1.
Who had more possession in Brazil vs Norway?
Norway had 66% possession, while Brazil had 34%. Norway also completed 617 accurate passes to Brazil’s 279.
Who does Norway play next after beating Brazil?
Norway move into the quarterfinal path against the winner of Mexico vs England.
Brazil vs Norway stats show a knockout match shaped by chance conversion. Brazil created the stronger xG profile, but Norway owned possession, protected the lead, and finished the decisive chances. Haaland’s two late goals sent Norway through and ended Brazil’s World Cup 2026 run.
