Erling Haaland scored two late goals to propel Norway to a historic 2-1 victory over Brazil in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, eliminating the five-time champions.

• Haaland's brace, ending the match in the final 11 minutes, secured Norway's first-ever World Cup quarter-final appearance.
• Norway's goalkeeper Orjan Nyland made a crucial penalty save from Bruno Guimaraes and delivered a stellar performance throughout the match.
• Five-time champions Brazil suffered their earliest World Cup exit since 1990, with Neymar scoring a stoppage-time penalty in his final international match.

Egypt secured a historic advancement to the World Cup last 16 for the first time after defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw.

• Egypt's captain, Mohamed Salah, scored the decisive "Panenka" penalty.
• Mohamed Salah, despite a hamstring strain, played the entire 120 minutes and confidently executed the penalty, stating, "I decided last minute, I had to do it."
• This victory marks Egypt's first knockout stage win in the World Cup, and they are set to face Lionel Messi's Argentina next.

Jude Bellingham scored twice, powering 10-man England to a dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico and into the World Cup quarter-finals.

• England overcame a red card for Jarell Quansah, high altitude, and a raucous crowd to advance.
• Harry Kane also contributed a penalty, securing the win for the Three Lions.
• The victory sets up a quarter-final clash with Erling Haaland's Norway.