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The Round of 16 schedule also features the match between the Ivory Coast and Norway, one of the most intriguing games of this World Cup round, which promises goals and excitement given the quality of both teams’ offenses. The match is set to kick off on Tuesday, June 30, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
The Norwegians are slight favorites according to sportsbooks’ odds, partly because, on paper, they have a slightly higher overall technical level. Stale Solbakken’s team finished second in Group I but effectively rested all of its starters in the final match.
The Ivorians also advanced as runners-up, but in Group E behind Germany, with 6 points. Emerse Faè’s team displayed excellent organization, especially on defense, and even had its chances to win the group. The winner of this match will face the winner of Brazil vs. Japan in the Round of 16.
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Côte d'Ivoire vs Norway Form
Côte d'Ivoire and Norway Latest Matches
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
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4/6 (67%)
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3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
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3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Jun 26, 2026 - World Cup
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Jun 1, 2026 - International Friendlies
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Oct 14, 2025 - International Friendlies
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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Côte d'Ivoire - Norway: Form Analysis
Norway got off to a very strong start in the group stage, crushing Iraq 4-1, and then won the decisive match 3-2 against Senegal. At that point, with qualification already secured, Solbakken fielded his reserves against France and suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat, a result that, however, does not fully reflect the team’s performance.
The Scandinavians clearly demonstrated their offensive potential but also revealed defensive vulnerabilities that absolutely must be addressed ahead of this match. Erling Haaland and his teammates also saw their five-game winning streak come to an end.
The Ivory Coast, on the other hand, proved more solid at the back, conceding only two goals to Germany.
The Elephants started with a valuable narrow victory over Ecuador, after which they lost to the Germans in a late comeback. Their 2-0 win over Curaçao was then fairly straightforward. The African team has racked up eight wins in its last 10 matches, keeping a clean sheet in six of them.
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Norway v Côte d'Ivoire last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 4 - 2
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Substitutes
A. Lafont
M. Kone
DefenderG. Konan
E. Ndicka
W. Singo
E. Agbadou
MidfielderC. Oulai
S. Fofana
J. Seri
P. Guiagon
ForwardS. Adingra
E. Guessand
E. Wahi
O. Diakite
B. Toure
S. Tangvik
O. Nyland
DefenderS. Langas
D. Moller Wolfe
M. Holmgren Pedersen
K. Ajer
T. Heggem
MidfielderJ. Hauge
S. Berge
M. Odegaard
M. Thorsby
ForwardA. Nusa
E. Haaland
A. Sorloth
J. Ryerson
Missing players
W. Singo
J. Ryerson
Côte d'Ivoire & Norway Squad Analysis
Turning to the lineups, let’s start with Norway, which is fielding its starting eleven again after the massive lineup shake-up in the last match. Top scorer Haaland, who has already scored 4 goals in this final stage of the World Cup, is, of course, back in the starting lineup, flanked in the front three by Antonio Nusa and Alexander Sorloth.
Nyland returns in goal, and the back four consists of, from right to left, Ryerson, Ostigard, Heggem, and Wolfe. In midfield, Berge is favored over Berg, while Aursnes and Odegaard will play as central midfielders, with Odegaard operating further forward, almost on the edge of the attacking third.
All of Norway's top stars will be well-rested for this matchup.
The Ivory Coast will line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Head coach Faè is relying on Fofana in goal and the center-back pairing of Kossounou and Ndicka, while on the right, Singo and Guela Doue are vying for the spot. Konan plays on the left. The midfield consists of former Milan player Kessiè and Sangare, while the attacking midfield boasts great quality with Nicolas Pepe, Yan Diomande, and Amad Diallo. Inter Milan’s Bonny leads the attack.
Most goals and assists
Côte d'Ivoire
Norway
N. Pepe
(2 Goals)
E. Haaland
(4 Goals)
W. Singo
(1 Assists)
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I. Sangare
(1 Assists)
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Y. Diomande
(1 Assists)
M. Odegaard
(2 Assists)
Côte d'Ivoire - Norway Key Points
- The Ivory Coast has scored in each of its last 13 matches
- Since the start of the World Cup in Norway, they have already scored 8 goals and conceded as many as 7
- The Scandinavians have gone over 2.5 in 7 of their last 9 matches
- Both the Norwegians and the Ivorians have a great deal of talent up front
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Our Côte d'Ivoire vs Norway Prediction
There is no history between Ivory Coast and Norway, who are facing off for the first time. We expect a truly exciting match between two teams that will have to play an open game to get the better of their opponent. Both teams possess significant offensive potential, and their recent statistics also lead us to suggest betting on a high-scoring game.
Our prediction for the Ivory Coast vs Norway: Over 2.5 goals.
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