Japan or Norway? Brazil’s possible route in the Copa knockout stage 🇧🇷

The path to the sixth World Cup title for the Brazilian National Team in 2026 could include, for example, Japan, Norway, England, Argentina, and Spain.

With Friday’s (5th) draw, it’s already possible to have an idea of what Brazil will face in the knockout stages of the World Cup.

In Group C, Carlo Ancelotti’s team will play – in order – against Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti (CLICK HERE to see dates).

Second phase 📍

If they finish first, the Brazilian National Team will face the runner-up of Group F in the second phase of the World Cup.

Group F includes the Netherlands, Japan, and Tunisia. The other spot will be from the European playoffs, Ukraine, Sweden, Poland, or Albania.

So, who would be the ideal opponent? Comment!

Round of 16 ⚔️

If they advance, Brazil would face the second-placed team from Group E or the second-placed team from Group I.

Among Brazil’s possible opponents in the round of 16 are Germany, Ivory Coast, Ecuador, France, Senegal, and Norway.

If they finish first in their groups, Germany and France would only face Brazil in a possible final.

In other words, Ivory Coast, Ecuador, Senegal, and especially Norway appear as the main candidates.

Quarter-finals 🛡️

The opponent for the National Team (if they get there) will be: the first from Group A, the first from Group L, or one of the best third-placed teams.

Group A includes Mexico, South Korea, and South Africa, as well as the Czech Republic, Ireland, Denmark, or North Macedonia.

Group L includes England, Croatia, Panama, and Ghana.

The main “threats” are England and Croatia.

Semi-final 😱

Up to the quarter-finals, therefore, Brazil – with a bit of luck – might avoid major challenges. But in the semi-final…

If they are group leaders, Brazil and Argentina could meet in the World Cup semi-finals.

The National Team could also face Spain or Uruguay (whoever finishes second in Group H) or Portugal (if they lead Group K).

Final 🏆

The Brazilian National Team might avoid some tough opponents – if Brazil and these other teams lead their groups.

Germany, Spain, and France, for example, are expected to go to the opposite side.

In other words, if everything goes as expected (all finishing first in their groups), Brazil would only face Germany, Spain, and France in the FINAL.

Possibilities 🔮

In summary, a possible path for Brazil could include Japan, Norway, England (or Croatia), Argentina, and Spain.

Another possibility: a team from the playoffs (Ukraine, Sweden, Poland, or Albania). In the round of 16, Ecuador. In the quarter-finals, Croatia. In the semi-finals, Portugal. And in the final, Germany.

So, what do you think Brazil’s path will be? Leave your guess!

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.

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