Norway secured a place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 on 30 June 2026 after a dramatic 2–1 victory over Ivory Coast at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.
Star striker Erling Haaland delivered the decisive moment in the 86th minute, scoring his fifth goal of the tournament to seal Norway’s progression and set up a knockout clash against Brazil in New York on Sunday. Norway had taken the lead through Antonio Nusa in the 39th minute, before Ivory Coast responded after the break when Amad Diallo levelled the score with a powerful strike following a quick one-two with Nicolas Pépé.
The African side showed strong attacking intent in spells, with Pépé and Ghislain Konan creating early chances, but they were ultimately undone by Norway’s late surge and clinical finishing. Despite sustained pressure from Ivory Coast, Norway held firm, with goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland making key late saves to preserve the advantage and confirm their place in the last 16.