Brazil eliminated from World Cup by Norway in round of 16

Brazil's national football team was knocked out of the FIFA World Cup after a 2‑1 defeat to Norway in the round of 16 on 5 July in New Jersey, United States. Norway's striker Erling Haaland scored both goals, while Brazil missed a penalty when midfielder Bruno Guimarães took the spot‑kick. Coach Carlo Ancelotti said Brazil deserved to win, lamented the loss and called the match "not the end" of the team's project, emphasizing the need to start a new cycle.

The defeat, Brazil's poorest World Cup performance since 1990, prompted broader commentary in Brazilian media, with some observers describing the team's play as lacking "soul" and linking the on‑field disappointment to wider societal frustrations. Plans for future friendlies against Australia in September were mentioned as part of the rebuilding process.