Updated: 2026-07-01 | Results and data are subject to FIFA’s official announcements; please reconfirm for live information.
Norway edged Côte d’Ivoire 2-1 in a tense 2026 World Cup Round of 32 knockout tie at Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas) to reach the last 16. Winger Antonio Nusa opened the scoring in the 39th minute to give Norway a first-half lead, but Côte d’Ivoire hit back through Amad Diallo, who levelled at 1-1 in the 74th minute and briefly threatened to force extra time. With the tie on a knife-edge, captain Erling Haaland stepped up in the 86th minute to net the decisive goal and seal a 2-1 victory. There were no red cards, penalties or major VAR reversals in the match.
The result carried real weight: it marked Norway’s first-ever World Cup knockout win, while Côte d’Ivoire bowed out of the tournament. With progression secured, Norway now face traditional powerhouse Brazil in the round of 16, a fixture that promises to be a stern test. For the full schedule and viewing details, see the World Cup Canada hub and where to watch in Canada; any subsequent changes to fixtures and details follow FIFA’s official announcements.
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