MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — Energy was high once again at Bayfront Park for the second-to-last day of FIFA Fan Fest.
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Thousands of Brazil fans packed the amphitheater, with a strong showing from Norway supporters as well.
Brazil and Norway faced off for a spot in the next round of the tournament, with Norway winning 2-1.
Fans from both teams were confident heading into the match, staying on their feet, cheering and trying to keep cool under the hot sun.
Norway supporter Chad Andresen said he wasn’t about to miss the moment his team moved on.
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“I’m lost in a sea of yellow. But we’re going to make it. This is the moment for Norway,” Andresen said.
He described the World Cup experience as something deeply personal.
“The World Cup is like your passion, your blood, who you believe in and it’s sort of this clash of the world. I think it’s amazing,” he said.
The final weekend of FIFA Fan Fest continues after the match, with Mexico set to take on England at 9 p.m.
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