I think this is the most exciting day of fixtures since the 2026 World Cup began. We have tournament heavyweights, dark horses, superstar players and one of the most incredible stadiums in the world to talk about in today’s offering.
Brazil, England, Norway and Mexico will all hope to follow France and Morocco into the quarterfinals and avoid the heartbreak felt by Canada and Paraguay yesterday.
But first, let’s focus on a rivalry that’s been bubbling away for a couple of seasons now. One that sees arguably the best defender in the world come up against the best attacker.
The Main Thing: It’s almost time for Erling Haaland and Gabriel to face off
When it was clear Brazil would face Norway in the Round of 16, those in the know instantly thought about two players and one ongoing rivalry.
