Rafael Nogueira
Brazil and Norway meet in a World Cup 2026 last-16 fixture on 5 July 2026, with the head-to-head record between these two sides remarkably thin for nations of their stature. Brazil arrive ranked 5th in the world, while Norway — one of the tournament’s more compelling stories — sit at 21st, making this a compelling clash between a traditional powerhouse and a side that has more than held its own in this competition so far.
Head-to-Head Record
Brazil and Norway have met just twice in recorded history, making the sample genuinely limited. Remarkably, Brazil have not won either encounter: Norway claimed a famous 2-1 victory in the 1998 World Cup group stage, and the sides drew 1-1 in a 2006 friendly. Across both meetings, Norway have scored 3 goals to Brazil’s 2, with an average of 2.5 goals per match. Given how little direct history exists, current form and tournament context carry far greater weight in assessing this fixture.
| Date | Match | Score | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jun 1998 | Brazil vs Norway | 1-2 | 1998 World Cup |
| 16 Aug 2006 | Norway vs Brazil | 1-1 | Friendly |
Brazil: Recent Form
Brazil have been in outstanding form heading into this knockout tie. Their run of W W W D W W across six matches — five wins and one draw, with no defeats — reflects a side in genuine rhythm. They have scored 17 goals and conceded just 5, averaging 2.83 goals per match in attack and only 0.83 against. Their 2.67 points per game is among the best at the tournament, and they have kept 2 clean sheets while finding the net in every single match. The only blemish was a 1-1 draw with Morocco on 13 June; since then, they have won three in a row, including a 3-0 dismantling of Scotland and a 2-1 win over Japan in their most recent outing.
- 29 Jun 2026 vs Japan (H): 2-1 W
- 24 Jun 2026 vs Scotland (A): 3-0 W
- 20 Jun 2026 vs Haiti (H): 3-0 W
- 13 Jun 2026 vs Morocco (H): 1-1 D
Norway: Recent Form
Norway have been competitive throughout, posting a W L W W D W sequence — four wins, one draw and one defeat across six matches. They have scored 14 goals at an average of 2.33 per match, though their defensive record is more porous, conceding 10 goals at 1.67 per game, with zero clean sheets in this run. Their 2.17 points per game is solid without matching Brazil’s consistency. The sole defeat — a 1-4 home loss to France on 26 June — stands out, but Norway bounced back immediately with a 2-1 win over Côte d’Ivoire on 30 June to book their place in the last 16.
- 30 Jun 2026 vs Côte d’Ivoire (A): 2-1 W
- 26 Jun 2026 vs France (H): 1-4 L
- 23 Jun 2026 vs Senegal (H): 3-2 W
- 16 Jun 2026 vs Iraq (A): 4-1 W
Form and Record at a Glance
- Head-to-head (all-time): 2 meetings — Brazil 0 wins, Norway 1 win, 1 draw
- Brazil’s last 6: 5W 1D 0L — unbeaten, no defeats
- Norway’s last 6: 4W 1D 1L — one heavy loss to France
- Brazil’s PPG: 2.67 | Norway’s PPG: 2.17
- Brazil goals for/against (last 6): 17 scored, 5 conceded (2 clean sheets)
- Norway goals for/against (last 6): 14 scored, 10 conceded (0 clean sheets)
How Brazil and Norway Compare
Brazil’s form across the past six matches is markedly more consistent than Norway’s, both in terms of results and defensive solidity — they have conceded just 5 goals compared to Norway’s 10 over the same span, and their points-per-game advantage of 0.50 is meaningful at this stage of a tournament. Norway’s attacking output is genuine, with 14 goals in six matches, but their inability to keep a single clean sheet suggests vulnerabilities that a Brazil side averaging nearly three goals per match will look to exploit. The head-to-head history, though too limited to be predictive, does at least show that Norway are capable of matching Brazil on the biggest stage.
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FAQ
What is the head-to-head record between Brazil and Norway?
Brazil and Norway have met just twice in recorded history. Norway won the first encounter 2-1 at the 1998 World Cup, and the sides drew 1-1 in a 2006 friendly — meaning Brazil are yet to beat Norway in a competitive or friendly fixture.
When do Brazil and Norway play at the 2026 World Cup?
Brazil face Norway on 5 July 2026 in a World Cup 2026 last-16 tie.
What is Brazil’s current form going into this match?
Brazil have gone 5W 1D 0L across their last six matches, scoring 17 goals and conceding only 5, with a points-per-game rate of 2.67.
How has Norway performed at World Cup 2026?
Norway have recorded 4 wins and 1 draw from their last six matches, though a 1-4 defeat to France on 26 June highlighted defensive frailties — they have conceded 10 goals in six games without keeping a single clean sheet.