Norway Advances to World Cup Round of 16 as Erling Haaland Decides Win Over Ivory Coast

Norway secured a spot in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup after a 2-1 victory against Ivory Coast in the round of 32 on Tuesday. The Norwegian team played efficiently, with the decisive goal coming late in the match from their star striker Erling Haaland. The first goal was scored in the 39th minute by Antonio Nusa, who completed an impressive individual effort to put Norway ahead 1-0. Ivory Coast responded strongly and leveled the score in the 74th minute through Amad Diallo, reigniting their hopes in the tournament. However, Norway answered back in the 86th minute when Haaland was in the right place to score the winning goal from close range, marking his 60th international goal and highlighting his remarkable scoring pace for the national team. Despite Ivory Coast's attacking efforts and their comeback, they were unable to overturn the deficit and were eliminated from the World Cup. Norway will now await their opponent in the round of 16, aiming to continue their historic run in the tournament.