what were the odds of norway beating brazil
Norway were a clear underdog: the pre-match line had them at about +360 to win in regulation, which works out to an implied win chance of roughly 22%. Brazil were favored at around -125 in 90 minutes, while Brazil to advance was priced near -280 and Norway to advance around +220.
Quick Scoop
- Norway win in regulation: about +360 odds.
- Implied chance: roughly 22% before adjusting for bookmaker margin.
- Brazil to advance: around 70% implied by some previews.
What that means
Those odds say bookmakers expected Brazil to be the more likely winner, but Norway still had a real upset path. The market also reflected that this was a knockout match, so “to advance” was more favorable for Brazil than the 90-minute moneyline suggested.
Simple read
- Norway beating Brazil was viewed as a surprise, not a shock impossible result.
- The spread between the teams was meaningful, but not huge enough to rule out an upset.
| Market | Odds | Implied view |
|---|---|---|
| Norway to win in 90 minutes | +360 | About 22% chance |
| Brazil to win in 90 minutes | -130 to -125 | Favored |
| Norway to advance | +220 | Underdog, but live |
| Brazil to advance | -280 to -270 | Strong favorite |
