Brazil’s Penalty Misses Fail to Save Them From Early Exit

Brazil’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended abruptly after a 2‑1 defeat to Norway at New Jersey Stadium. The match turned on several missed opportunities, most notably a penalty that Bruno Guimarães failed to convert, with Ørjan Nyland making a decisive save.

Both sides started cautiously, and the first half ended goalless despite Brazil’s numerous chances. A VAR‑reviewed foul on Mathias Kjønna resulted in a penalty, but the Brazilian striker could not find the net. Ørjan Nyland further frustrated Brazil by denying attempts from Gabriel Martinelli, Vinícius Júnior, and Rayan.

In the second half, Norway’s pressure yielded results as Erling Haaland broke the deadlock in the 79th minute and doubled the advantage two minutes later. Neymar’s late penalty reduced the deficit, but Brazil’s hopes were already extinguished. The loss sends Norway to the quarter‑finals, where they will meet the victor of the Mexico versus England encounter on 11 July.