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‘Anti-Haaland plan’? How Brazil intend to stop Norway striker

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has dismissed suggestions that his side have developed a specific 'anti-Erling Haaland' tactical blueprint ahead of their World Cup knockout clash. The Selecao are looking to secure a place in the quarter-finals as they prepare for a high-stakes showdown with Norway in New Jersey.

Brazil v Japan: Round Of 32 - FIFA World Cup 2026

Guimaraes warns Brazil over 'cunning' Haaland

Bruno Guimaraes has hit back at suggestions that Brazil are the overwhelming favourites against Norway, accusing Erling Haaland of cleverly shifting the pressure onto the five-time champions ahead of Sunday's World Cup round-of-16 clash, while also revealing his excitement for a personal battle with Martin Odegaard in midfield.

Watch Brazil vs Norway live: Online streams and TV channels

How to watch the World Cup match between Brazil and Norway, as well as kick-off time and team news

'I'm not a fool!' - Ancelotti says ONLY ex-Man Utd boss can advise him

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has strongly defended his managerial credentials following intense scrutiny over his side's tactical style at the World Cup. The Italian tactician dismissed external critiques by pointing to his vast experience, asserting that former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is the only individual qualified to advise him.

Neymar ready for 90 minutes but 'not happy' on Brazil bench

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that star forward Neymar is finally fit enough to feature for a full 90 minutes at the World Cup. The Italian tactician also candidly admitted that the country's all-time leading goalscorer is deeply unhappy with his restricted substitute role.

Bruno can take Arsenal to another level alongside Odegaard

There will be some added intrigue for Arsenal fans during Brazil's clash with Norway in the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup. While much of the focus will undoubtedly be on superstar attackers Vinicius Jr and Erling Haaland before kick-off on Sunday, one significant subplot is the battle between present and potentially future Gunners midfielders.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Galatasaray	34	24	5	5	77	30	47	77	L W L W W
2	Fenerbahçe	34	21	11	2	77	37	40	74	D W W L D
3	Trabzonspor	34	20	9	5	61	39	22	69	L W D L D
4	Beşiktaş	34	17	9	8	59	40	19	60	D L W D L
5	İstanbul Başakşehir	34	16	9	9	58	35	23	57	W W L W D