Norway secure World Cup last-16 spot with hard-fought win over Ivory Coast

Norway’s forward #09 Erling Braut Haaland (C) celebrates after scoring his team’s second goal during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Ivory Coast and Norway at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington on June 30, 2026. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP)
Erling Haaland’s late goal secured Norway’s place in the World Cup last 16 as they beat Ivory Coast 2-1 in Arlington on Tuesday.
Antonio Nusa had given the Norwegians the lead in the first half, before a superb individual effort by Amad Diallo levelled the game in the second period.
Norway go on to play Brazil on Sunday.