Fifth-ranked Brazil aim to advance to the quarterfinals for the ninth consecutive World Cup when they face underdog Norway in a 2026 World Cup Round of 16 match on Sunday. Brazil, a five-time champion, secured a 2-1 Round of 32 victory over Japan and will rely on their attacking flair to continue their campaign. Norway, seeking their first quarterfinal appearance in six consecutive World Cup eliminations, have impressed with three wins in four group-stage matches, including a 2-1 triumph over Ivory Coast.
Major League Soccer kicks off the encounter at 4 p.m. ET from East Rutherford, N.J. The current betting lines from FanDuel Sportsbook list Brazil as 130-130 favorites on the money line, with Norway at +370 and the draw at +260. The over/under for total goals stands at 2.5. Brazil are 280-100 favorites to advance to the next stage, while Norway sit at +220 to do the same.
An expert analyst projects the match will exceed the 2.5-goals line, citing Norway’s dynamic attacking approach and the tournament impact of Erling Haaland. The analyst noted that Norway’s aggressive style, led by Haaland and Martin Odegaard, could overwhelm both teams’ defenses, potentially resulting in a high-scoring encounter.
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