Sunday’s round-of-16 match at the Meadowlands pits slight favorite Brazil against a Norway side coach Ståle Solbakken says has a realistic chance of reaching the quarterfinals.
Five goals from Erling Haaland have powered Norway’s threat, while Brazil counters with Vinícius Júnior and Matheus Cunha, who have combined for 7 goals in four matches.
Brazil enters on a three-match winning streak after opening with a draw against Morocco, and Norway already has a Meadowlands win after beating Senegal to reach the knockout stage.
Heat near 37C has shaped preparations in New Jersey, though cooler 29C weather is forecast for Sunday with possible rain and thunderstorms.
Lucas Paquetá is not expected to play for Brazil because of a hamstring injury, while Norway could get defender Julian Ryerson back and expects Alexander Sørloth and Oscar Bobb to feature.