The Economic Times

FIFA 2026: Keeper Nyland steps out of the shadows to propel Norway to World Cup win over Brazil

Norway secured a stunning 2-1 World Cup victory over Brazil, largely thanks to the heroics of out-of-contract goalkeeper Orjan Nyland. A FIFA eligibility ruling unexpectedly placed Nyland in the starting lineup, where he made a crucial penalty save and numerous other stops. Despite a late Neymar penalty, Nyland's performance secured Norway's place in the quarter-finals.