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Norway vs. Brazil prediction, odds, betting line, time: 2026 World Cup Round of 16 picks
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Key Points:
- Brazil, ranked fifth globally and five-time World Cup champions, aim to reach the quarterfinals for the ninth consecutive time in their Round of 16 match against Norway in the 2026 World Cup.
- Norway, having failed to qualify for the previous six World Cups, are seeking their first quarterfinal appearance and have won three of their four matches in this tournament, including a recent 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast.
- The match kicks off at 4 p.m. ET in East Rutherford, N.J., with Brazil favored at -130 odds to win in 90 minutes, while Norway holds +370 odds, and the over/under for total goals is set at 2.5.
- SportsLine analyst Jon Eimer, with a strong track record in soccer betting, predicts the game will feature over 2.5 total goals, highlighting Norway's attacking style and the impact of star player Erling Haaland.
- Eimer advises bettors to consider three plus-money bets based on his analysis, emphasizing Norway's offensive threat and expecting a high-scoring match, with detailed picks available on SportsLine.
