Ivory Coast
Norway
When is the match? Kickoff time and venue
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Ivory Coast vs Norway kicks off on June 30, 2026 at 20:00. The match will be played at AT&T Stadium (Arlington) in the Round of 32.
Post-Match Reactions
“It's tough to lose in the final minutes, they gave everything, they fought from the first to the last minute. Maybe we lacked a bit of maturity, especially after the equaliser. I think we've grown a lot thanks to this competition, it's the first World Cup for these players.”Source: Free Malaysia Today (AFP)
“He is the greatest goal scorer in the world, there is no doubt about that. I wouldn't swap him for anyone. It's the first time Norway has won a KO game, and that is a historic performance for us.”Source: ESPN
Match Analysis
The match between Ivory Coast and Norway at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington was a memorable fixture of the 2026 World Cup for both teams. Under the leadership of Emerse Faé, Ivory Coast made history by reaching the knockout stage for the first time. Nicolas Pépé's goals against Curaçao during the group stage were pivotal in advancing the team to this round.
Norway, having returned to the World Cup for the first time since 1998, marked their comeback in style. Erling Haaland's impressive performance early in the group stage secured the Scandinavian team's spot in the knockout rounds, making them one of the tournament's fresh surprises. This match was a testament to both teams' desire to carve out new chapters in their football history.