Norway’s unsung hero – Unemployed six days before the WC, then knocked out Brazil
Erling Haaland’s clinical brace may have sealed Norway’s famous 2-1 victory over Brazil, but the striker was far from the only hero on a memorable night. Standing tall behind him was goalkeeper Orjan Nyland, whose outstanding performance proved just as decisive in sending Norway into the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in history.While Haaland struck twice in the space of 11 minutes to stun the five-time world champions, Nyland delivered a goalkeeping masterclass. The veteran shot-stopper denied Bruno Guimaraes from the penalty spot in the 14th minute before repeatedly frustrating Brazil’s star-studded attack with a string of crucial saves🚨🇳🇴 Ørjan Nyland saves Bruno Guimarães’ penalty for Norway against Brazil. pic.twitter.com/cQVHDBwMKC— Sports on Predict (@predictdotsport) July 5, 2026 Among his finest moments were excellent stops to keep out Vinicius Junior, as well as a remarkable reaction save that prevented Kristoffer Ajer from turning the ball into his own net ..