FIFA World Cup: A place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 will be at stake when Ivory Coast face Norway at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday in a knockout clash featuring two teams enjoying landmark campaigns.
Ivory Coast have reached the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time after finishing second in Group E. Emerse Fae’s side began with a win over Ecuador, suffered a narrow loss to Germany despite taking the lead, and sealed qualification with a 2-0 victory over Curaçao inspired by a Nicolas Pepe brace.
Norway, returning to the World Cup after a 28-year absence, advanced from Group I with victories over Iraq and Senegal before ending the group stage with a defeat to France. Erling Haaland has been the team's driving force, scoring four goals to establish himself among the tournament's leading marksmen.