Norway beats Ivory Coast 2-1 to reach World Cup Round of 16

SALADIN, Iraq — Norway advanced to the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in a Round of 32 match played at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Antonio Nusa gave Norway a 1-0 lead in the 39th minute, finishing from inside the penalty area after creating space for his shot. Ivory Coast equalized in the 74th minute through Amad Diallo, who beat the Norwegian defense to make it 1-1. Erling Haaland sealed the win for Norway in the 86th minute, converting a cross from a teammate to send his side through. Norway will face Brazil in the Round of 16 on Sunday. Brazil advanced after defeating Japan 2-1 in the previous round, with Gabriel Martinelli scoring the decisive goal in extra time.