Brazil eliminated by Norway at World Cup as Ancelotti signals overhaul

Norway stuns Brazil at World Cup; Ancelotti signals major squad overhaul as Brazil faces fresh tactical and personnel changes.

Brazil eliminated by Norway at World Cup as Ancelotti signals overhaul
Liberal TR Haber Merkezi
Publish: 06.07.2026
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What happened? Brazil were eliminated from the World Cup after losing to Norway in their group match in New Jersey, coach Carlo Ancelotti acknowledged the need for major changes following the defeat.

The loss occurred at the same stadium where Neymar made his Brazil debut in 2010, and the defeat leaves Brazil exiting the tournament earlier than expected.

Ancelotti, who took charge following a 4-1 defeat to Argentina last March, admitted the result exposed structural problems in midfield and squad selection that contributed to the defeat.

The coach had recalled Casemiro to restore balance, but the midfielder’s vulnerability in open play was exploited by Norway, who outpassed Brazil during the match.

Absence of Lucas Paquetá due to injury affected Brazil’s creative options; Gabriel Martinelli was introduced, shifting the team toward direct attacks and reducing central imaginative play.

Neymar started centrally to compensate for mobility issues, pushing Vinícius Júnior and Endrick wider and deeper, which opened channels for Norway’s Erling Haaland and led to decisive service for the striker.

Neymar scored from a penalty but also had a reckless challenge that might have warranted a red card; afterward he suggested this could mark the end of his international career, reflecting on his debut and final appearance at the same venue.

Ancelotti defended his record—10 wins, three draws and three losses in 16 matches—but conceded Brazil must rebuild, particularly in midfield, and work toward the 2030 cycle despite his long-term contract.

The coach said the defeat would be used as motivation to find new ideas and improve the national team, while qualification for 2030 is expected to be easier given automatic places for Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay as hosts.

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