FIFA World Cup 2026 – Round of 32
Ivory Coast vs Norway
Match overview
Stage: Round of 32 (knockout)
Winner advances to: Face Brazil in the Round of 16.
This is one of the most evenly matched knockout games, featuring Ivory Coast's disciplined defense against Norway's explosive attack led by Erling Haaland.
Form guide
Ivory Coast
Group stage: 2 Wins, 1 Loss
Goals conceded: 2 in 3 matches
Two clean sheets
First-ever qualification for the World Cup knockout stage.
Norway
Group stage: 2 Wins, 1 Loss
Goals scored: 8
Attacking strength led by Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard
Rested several starters before this match.
Team news
Ivory Coast
❌ Wilfried Singo is unavailable with a hamstring injury.
✅ Evan Ndicka is fit and available.
Norway
❌ Julian Ryerson is ruled out with a thigh injury.
✅ Haaland and Ødegaard return after being rested.
Tactical matchup
Ivory Coast: Physical, organized, compact defense, dangerous on counterattacks.
Norway: High-tempo attack, excellent service from Ødegaard to Haaland, but the defense has shown vulnerability.
Norway enter as slight favorites largely because of their superior attacking quality, while Ivory Coast's defensive organization should keep the contest competitive.
Projected outcome
Winner: Norway
Predicted score: Norway 2–1 Ivory Coast
Chance to advance: Norway approximately 55–60%, Ivory Coast 40–45% based on current form, injuries, and attacking efficiency.