Norway beat Brazil in World Cup round of 16, sparking a 100,000‑strong celebration in Oslo

Landslaget delivered a dramatic 2‑1 victory over Brazil at MetLife Stadium in New York on Sunday July 4, 2026. Erling Braut Haaland scored twice, and Ørjan Nyland kept a clean sheet. Police reported roughly 100 000 people gathering around the Royal Palace, while thousands streamed down Karl Johan to chant the national anthem.

What happened on the pitch?

The match featured several controversies: a disallowed Norwegian goal, a penalty for Brazil and countless chances. Haaland, the season’s top scorer with 7 goals in 4 appearances, opened scoring in the 23rd minute. Brazil replied through Vinícius Júnior, but Haaland equalised in the 68th minute to seal the win. Nyland made several spectacular saves, especially in the closing minutes as Brazil pressed.

Why is the celebration so massive?

This is Norway’s first World Cup win since 1998, ending a 28‑year drought. The crowd at City Hall Square was estimated at 20 000, according to operations leader Alexander Østerhau. Along Spikersuppa and Karl Johan, chants of “Norway, Norway, Norway!” echoed. Even the Crown Prince appeared rowing on the Palace Plaza, adding to the national fervor.

What does this mean for Norway’s World Cup run?

While the win boosts confidence, recent form shows challenges: a 1 W‑1 D‑2 L record in the last four games, with two consecutive losses before the Brazil upset. The next fixture is at home against Portugal on September 27, 2026. Meanwhile, the latest group‑stage result was a 1‑4 loss to France on June 26, 2026, reminding that consistency remains essential.

How is the celebration affecting infrastructure?

Telenor chief Vetle Andersen explained that networks can slow when so many users connect in one spot, but people can find better signal by moving to side streets. Police have no plans to halt the party, but ask the crowd to stay calm and follow safety instructions.

What’s next for Haaland?

After scoring twice against Brazil, Haaland leads the scoring charts with 7 goals in 4 matches this season. His form fuels hopes he can continue delivering in upcoming games, especially with the crucial Portugal clash on the horizon.

Where can you follow the rest of the tournament?

Fans can watch the national team on TV 2 and NRK, and get live updates on fotball.no. With fresh energy from the victory, Norway now looks to build on this momentum and challenge European powerhouses for the rest of World Cup 2026.