Norway Edge Ivory Coast 2-1 to Reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16
Dallas:Norway booked their place in the **FIFA World Cup 2026** Round of 16 with a dramatic **2-1** victory over Ivory Coast, thanks to a late winner from **Erling Haaland**.
Norway took the lead in the **39th minute** when **Antonio Nusa** found the back of the net, giving his side a 1-0 advantage before halftime.
Ivory Coast responded in the **74th minute** as substitute **Amad Diallo** scored the equalizer shortly after coming off the bench, setting up a tense finish.
The decisive moment came in the **86th minute**, when Haaland scored the winning goal to restore Norway’s lead and seal qualification for the knockout stage.
🇳🇴 Norway have qualified for the Round of 16!#FIFAWorldCup
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The goal marked **Haaland’s fifth of the tournament**, further strengthening his impressive scoring record at the World Cup.
The match ended **2-1** in Norway’s favor, sending the Scandinavian side through to the Round of 16 while Ivory Coast exited the competition.
