Who is more decisive? See the numbers of Vini Jr and Haaland for the national teams

Brazil and Norway face each other this Sunday (5), at 5pm (Brasília time), in a game valid for the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. On one side, the Brazilian team has Vinicius Júnior in the lead role. On the other, Norway trusts in Erling Haaland's eye for goal.

The numbers of Vinicius Júnior and Haaland make the match a "luxury clash". More than a confrontation that will define which team will advance to the quarter-finals of the World Cup, the duel marks an opportunity to build a historic chapter for football in their respective countries.

Vinicius Jr. vs Erling Haaland:

- 8 games
- 3 wins for Vinicius Jr (3 goals and 3 assists)
- 3 draws
- 2 wins for Haaland (4 goals)

Vinicius has been one of the great protagonists of the Brazilian team in this World Cup. The number 7 scored in all the group stage games and also provided assists, directly participating in Brazil's goals at the World Cup. Vini Jr. assumed the prominent place that was so sought after in the Brazilian National Team and established himself as one of the main players in Ancelotti's team.

Vinicius Jr. for Brazil:

- 53 games (43 starts)
- 13 goals
- 9 assists

Haaland marks the new generation in Norway. The Norwegian team has not competed in a World Cup since 1998. In his first World Cup, the Manchester City striker is one of the team's protagonists, alongside Arsenal's Martin Odegaard. Haaland has five goals in the competition and is just one behind the top scorers, Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi.

Erling Haaland for Norway:

- 53 games (51 starters)
- 60 goals
- 6 assists

Retrospect between Brazil and Norway
To advance to the quarter-finals of the World Cup, the Brazilian team will face a historic opponent. Brazil has never beaten Norway in four matches in history, registering two draws and two victories for the Nordic team.

The only meeting between the teams in World Cups took place in 1998, in France. On that occasion, Norway beat Brazil 2-1, still in the group stage, a result that the Brazilians will seek to reverse this Sunday (5).

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Source: CNN