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Round of 16

Brazil 1 - 2 Norway

Norway advance

Pre-match Briefing

Match outlook

Brazil has the edge

78% model edge before kickoff.

Expected score: 2-0

Brazil enter the knockout stage as overwhelming favorites, with their potent attack expected to overwhelm a Norway side that managed just 0.4 expected goals in the model's simulation.

Game script

The model points to a tighter game where the first goal may reshape everything.

Key battle

Brazil's attacking rhythm against Norway's defensive shape is the matchup to watch.

What to watch

Watch the opening 20 minutes: pressing, tempo, and early shots should tell us who is settling faster.

Stars to watch

Brazil

Vinicius JuniorRodrygoNeymar

Norway

Norway's captainNorway's lead forwardNorway's No. 10

Lineups are confirmed closer to kickoff; this list highlights notable players fans may be watching.

Who wins?

Make your pick after reading the preview.

Expected goals: 2.2 – 0.4Most likely score (AI predicted): 2–0

Predictions are locked — this match has started.

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