Ivory Coast vs Norway

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The FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between Ivory Coast and Norway has already taken place. On Tuesday, June 30, 2026, Norway defeated Ivory Coast with a score of 2-1 at Dallas Stadium.

Match Report: Ivory Coast vs Norway – FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32

Result: Ivory Coast 1 - 2 Norway

Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Venue: Dallas Stadium

This victory saw Norway advance in the tournament, ultimately making their deepest run at a World Cup by reaching the quarter-finals for the first time in their history in 2026. For Ivory Coast, this match was a historic one, marking their first-ever qualification for the knockout stage of a FIFA World Cup.

Team News and Tournament Context:

Ivory Coast:

The "Elephants" qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 by topping their CAF qualifying Group F. They had an unbeaten record in the qualifiers, securing 8 wins and 2 draws, scoring 25 goals, and conceding none. This marked Ivory Coast's fourth appearance in the FIFA World Cup, having previously participated in 2006, 2010, and 2014. Their progression to the Round of 32 was a significant milestone for the nation.

Norway:

Norway made a return to the FIFA World Cup in 2026 after a 28-year absence, with their last appearance being in 1998. They achieved a perfect record in their UEFA qualifying group, winning all eight matches and scoring an impressive 37 goals. This strong squad is often referred to as a "golden generation" and features key players such as star striker Erling Haaland, who scored 16 goals in the qualifiers, and influential midfielder Martin Ødegaard. Other notable players in their balanced team include Kristoffer Ajer, Oscar Bobb, Antonio Nusa, Alexander Sørloth, and Jorgen Strand Larsen. Their successful qualification translated into a strong tournament performance, culminating in a historic quarter-final appearance.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 was the first to feature 48 teams, introducing a new Round of 32 knockout stage. The tournament took place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The Round of 32 matches were played from June 28 to July 3, 2026.