Haaland, Gabriel renew rivalry as Norway face Brazil in World Cup last 16

Both players have had their moments in the rivalry, making their latest duel one of the key matchups to watch.

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06 July, 2026, 01:10 am

Last modified: 06 July, 2026, 01:30 am

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The fierce rivalry between Norway striker Erling Haaland and Brazil defender Gabriel Magalhães is set for another chapter when the two nations meet in the World Cup Round of 16 in New Jersey.

The Manchester City forward and Arsenal centre-back have shared several heated battles in the Premier League, with Gabriel once describing Arsenal's clashes with City as a "war."

Both players have had their moments in the rivalry, making their latest duel one of the key matchups to watch.

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With a place in the World Cup quarter-finals at stake, Haaland's battle against Gabriel could prove decisive in determining which team advances.

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