Norway booked their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after edging Côte d’Ivoire 2–1 in a dramatic Round of 32 encounter.
Norway took the lead in the first half through Antonio Nusa before Côte d’Ivoire responded in the 74th minute, with Amad Diallo firing home to level the score. Just as extra time looked likely, Erling Haaland struck in the 86th minute to seal a hard-fought victory for the Norwegians.
The result sends Norway into the Round of 16, where they will face Brazil, while Côte d’Ivoire’s impressive World Cup campaign comes to an end after a spirited performance.
Haaland’s decisive goal continued his outstanding tournament form and ensured Norway progressed with one of the most dramatic victories of the knockout stage.
