Oliseh declares Brazil 'gone' after Norway's 2-1 World Cup upset
Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh declared Brazil 'gone' after Norway stunned the five-time champions 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Erling Haaland scored both Norwegian goals, heading in the 80th-minute opener and adding a second ten minutes later, while Neymar’s late penalty was only a consolation. The victory sent Norway to its first-ever World Cup quarterfinal, where they will face either Mexico or England on July 11, and marked Brazil’s earliest exit since 1990.
The result underscores how quickly football hierarchies can shift, showing that even storied sides like Brazil can be vulnerable to well-organized opponents. For Nigerian fans watching the tournament, it serves as a reminder that tactical discipline and individual brilliance—qualities Nigeria has shown in recent qualifiers—can topple giants, reinforcing hope that the Super Eagles can make deep runs when they qualify.
Norway’s quarterfinal clash will be a key match to watch; fans should note the date and consider how the outcome might shift semifinal projections. Will you adjust your tournament predictions based on this upset, or stick with your original picks?