The prediction for Côte d'Ivoire vs Norway is one of the most exciting matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout rounds, as both countries have a chance to advance to the Round of 16.
Norway is back at a World Cup for the first time in 28 years, while Côte d'Ivoire is back at an international tournament for the first time in more than 10 years and hopes this tournament will be an historical moment for them. With many star players, such as Erling Haaland, and young, emerging players from both teams, expect this match to be a very exciting game!
Match Details
Tournament/Series
FIFA World Cup 2026
Match
Côte d’Ivoire vs Norway (Round of 32)
Date & Time
Tuesday, June 30
01:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT / 06:00 PM BST
Location
Arlington, Texas, United States
Stadium
AT&T Stadium
Referee
Jesús Noel Valenzuela Sáez (VEN)
Live Streaming
Broadcast details will vary by region.
Preview
Côte d'Ivoire and Norway will lock horns in an eagerly awaited World Cup knockout fixture, having both turned heads in the group stages. Côte d'Ivoire has been one of the biggest stories of the tournament. Manager Emerse Fae’s Les Eléphants has been balanced, vibrant, and attackingly adept throughout and secured a second-place finish in Group E to seal a knockout berth with a comfortable 2-0 win over Curaçao in their final group game.
The African contingent possesses a strong, well-rounded team, filled with a mix of veterans and exciting, emerging talent; striker Nicolas Pépé’s two strikes in the Curaçao match showcased his brilliance, while the likes of Franck Kessié and Ibrahim Sangaré anchor midfield.
Promising winger Yan Diomandé has also caught the eye. Pace, skill, and fearlessness make him another player that the Norway defense will have to be mindful of.
On the other hand, Norway, which is making its first World Cup appearance since 1998, has even secured a historic milestone by qualifying for the tournament's knockout stages.
After ensuring his team's qualification, manager Ståle Solbakken did a lot of squad rotation for the second group match against France. As a result, Norway lost 4-1. Still, a strong Norway team that includes their main weapon up front most likely will be the one to face Côte d'Ivoire.
Speaking of this weapon, it is actually Erling Haaland. The Manchester City striker is a real nightmare for the opposing teams, scoring two goals against both Iraq and Senegal for his country last summer. Also, his World Cup goals have already gone up a lot,, yet he still desires to beat even more individual records.
However, Norway's main problem will be its defensive fragility. They have had difficulties in being shut out, and the talented offensive players of Côte d'Ivoire could very well take advantage of such lapses.
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
Côte d’Ivoire
W – D – L – W – W
Norway
W – W – W – L – W
H2H Record
Côte d’Ivoire vs Norway
Total Matches: 1
Côte d’Ivoire Wins: 0
Norway Wins: 1
Draws: 0
Norway have the only victory between these two nations, but this World Cup clash will be a completely different challenge.
Côte d’Ivoire vs Norway : probable XI
Côte d’Ivoire Playing XI (4-2-3-1)
Fofana (GK)
Doué, Kossounou, Ousmane Diomande, Konan
Sangaré, Kessié
Amad, Oulai, Yan Diomande
Nicolas Pépé
Norway Playing XI (4-3-3)
Nyland (GK)
Aursnes, Ajer, Heggem, Wolfe
Ødegaard, Berge, Aasgaard
Sørloth, Haaland, Antonio Nusa
Côte d’Ivoire vs Norway Match Prediction
Match Winner: Norway
Norway's strengths (especially their attacking prowess) and one of the best strikers in the world (Erling Haaland) gives them an edge going into this match.
In addition, Haaland has played an important part in getting his team to the knockout stage. When Norway has the best player back in their lineup coming off the bench against France, their performance will only get better.
Never count Cte d'Ivoire out. With a midfield that is strong, defenses that are tight and a host of dynamic forwards that can cause a great many issues for a Norway side, especially with players such as Kessi, PP, and Diomande in possession. But I feel that Norway has goals in them in spades. And with Haaland able to find an opening any time, I really think they have enough here if they can nullify Côte d'Ivoire's counterattack well enough and surely that is something they will work on so I will take Norway to win and advance to the next round of the 2024 Copa America as favorites along with a few others that will progress also.
Key Match Facts
Norway are appearing in their first World Cup since 1998.
Côte d’Ivoire have reached the knockout stage for the first time in World Cup history.
Erling Haaland has scored four goals in the tournament so far.
Norway have one clean sheet in their last 10 matches.
Côte d’Ivoire have impressed with their attacking football under Emerse Faé.
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