World Cup 2026: Haaland's late winner sends Norway past resilient Ivory Coast
- Norway defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 in an intense Round of 32 encounter on Tuesday evening in Texas, with Haaland scoring the crucial goal in the 87th minute to secure progression.
- Antonio Nusa had given the Scandinavians a dream start with a stunning curled finish in the 40th minute, but the Elephants refused to surrender, with Amad Diallo's magnificent left-footed strike equalising in the 74th minute.
- The match swung back and forth with both teams creating genuine chances.
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- Norway defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 in an intense Round of 32 encounter on Tuesday evening in Texas, with Haaland scoring the crucial goal in the 87th minute to secure progression.
- Antonio Nusa had given the Scandinavians a dream start with a stunning curled finish in the 40th minute, but the Elephants refused to surrender, with Amad Diallo's magnificent left-footed strike equalising in the 74th minute.
- The match swung back and forth with both teams creating genuine chances.
Sources: France 24