Brazil is still widely viewed as the favorite to beat Norway at the World Cup, but analysts note that an upset is plausible. Both outlets reference Norway’s past success against Brazil, pointing to Norway’s breakthrough at the 1998 World Cup when Norway defeated Brazil in a major shock result. Ståle Solbakken, who was involved with Norway during that tournament, is described as having firsthand insight into how unlikely the result appeared at the time. He watches the match from the sidelines, recalling that the victory took place in Marseille and became one of the most notable achievements in Scandinavian men’s football history. While the current matchup is framed as one in which Brazil has the stronger edge, the discussion emphasizes that the 1998 example shows matches can deviate from expectations. The sources do not present new match facts such as squads, scores, or scheduling details; instead, they focus on comparative expectations and the historical precedent of Norway defeating Brazil. Overall, the coverage underscores both Brazil’s projected advantage and Norway’s capability to challenge it.