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World CupWorld Cup
Round of 32
Ivory Coast logoIvory Coast
FT
1 - 2
HT: 0–1
Norway logoNorway

30 Jun 2026, 17:00

AT&T Stadium, Dallas

Jesús Valenzuela, Venezuela

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home logoIvory Coast
60’C. Inao Oulai
60’A. Bonny
74’A. Diallo
87’N. Pepe
90’Y. Diomande
90’G. Konan
Norwayaway logo
A. Nusa39’
A. Nusa45’
A. Sorloth71’
A. Nusa71’
M. Pedersen83’
E. Haaland86’

AI Post-Match Analysis

Match Rating
5.4/10
Man of the Match
E. Haaland
Key Moments
1A. Nusa's 39th-minute goal, which gave Norway an early lead and exposed Ivory Coast's vulnerability in transition.
2A. Diallo's equalizer in the 74th minute, which disrupted Norway's rhythm and forced them to adopt a more defensive stance.
3E. Haaland's 86th-minute winner, which showcased Norway's composure under pressure and their ability to capitalize on set pieces.
Tactical Insights
Norway's emphasis on possession and accurate passing (413 completed passes) allowed them to control the game, but their efficiency in converting limited chances (2 goals from 4 shots on target) was decisive.
Ivory Coast's aggressive pressing and corner dominance (12 corners) created opportunities, but their lack of precision in final third execution (only 1 goal from 4 shots on target) highlighted tactical shortcomings in the attacking phase.
The match between Ivory Coast and Norway was a tightly contested encounter, with Norway ultimately securing a 2-1 victory despite Ivory Coast's efforts to dominate in certain areas. Norway took control early, capitalizing on a well-timed strike by A. Nusa in the 39th minute, which came from a counter-attack exploiting Ivory Coast's high defensive line. This goal reflected Norway's superior possession (54%) and accurate passing (413 completed passes), which allowed them to maintain pressure and dictate the tempo. Ivory Coast responded effectively in the second half, equalizing through A. Diallo's goal in the 74th minute, a moment that shifted momentum and forced Norway to adjust their approach. However, Norway's resilience was evident as E. Haaland sealed the win in the 86th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse by Ivory Coast. Despite Ivory Coast's higher shot count (12-9) and dominance in corners (12-3), their inability to convert chances efficiently proved costly, while Norway's clinical finishing in critical moments secured the result.