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Brazil vs Norway: Predicted Lineups – 05/07/2026
Brazil and Norway meet on 05/07/2026 at New York New Jersey Stadium (20:00 UTC) in the Round of 16 of the World Cup 2026. Brazil arrive at this knockout stage having edged past Japan in dramatic fashion, while Norway will be looking to make their mark on a tournament that has captured the imagination of fans worldwide. Carlo Ancelotti’s side will be without two key attacking figures through hamstring injuries, which could alter their shape in the final third. Meanwhile, Erling Haaland leads the Norwegian line and will be a constant danger for a Brazil backline that must remain organised throughout. You can keep an eye on all the tournament’s upcoming fixtures as the competition heats up.
Brazil Predicted Lineup
Brazil head into this last-16 tie without both Lucas Paquetá and Raphinha, both ruled out with hamstring injuries, while Julian Ryerson is also unavailable. The absence of Paquetá in particular is a significant blow to Brazil’s creative options in midfield, and the head coach is expected to reshuffle accordingly, with Rayan likely to provide additional attacking thrust from wide areas. Matheus Cunha and Vinícius Júnior are anticipated to carry the bulk of Brazil’s attacking threat.
| Jersey # | Player |
|---|---|
| 1 | Alisson Becker |
| 13 | Danilo |
| 4 | Marquinhos |
| 3 | Gabriel |
| 16 | Douglas Santos |
| 8 | Bruno Guimarães |
| 5 | Casemiro |
| 26 | Rayan |
| 9 | Matheus Cunha |
| 7 | Vinícius Júnior |
- Will not play: Lucas Paquetá (hamstring), Raphinha (hamstring), Julian Ryerson
- Questionable: None reported.
Norway Predicted Lineup
Norway come into this fixture with a clean bill of health, with Ståle Solbakken having a full squad to choose from ahead of what is a historic occasion for Norwegian football. The team is expected to line up in an adventurous shape, with the front three of Antonio Nusa, Erling Haaland and Alexander Sørloth set to test Brazil’s defence from the first whistle.
| Jersey # | Player |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ørjan Håskjold Nyland |
| 3 | Kristoffer Ajer |
| 5 | David Møller Wolfe |
| 6 | Patrick Berg |
| 7 | Alexander Sørloth |
| 8 | Sander Berge |
| 9 | Erling Haaland |
| 10 | Martin Ødegaard |
| 16 | Marcus Holmgren Pedersen |
| 17 | Torbjørn Heggem |
| 20 | Antonio Nusa |
- Will not play: None reported.
- Questionable: None reported.
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Key Players to Watch
Martinelli’s stoppage-time winner against Japan — struck in the 95th minute — was noted as the latest goal in normal time ever scored in a World Cup knockout fixture, underlining Brazil’s capacity to find moments of brilliance when it matters most.