Haaland scores late winner as Norway advances past Ivory Coast

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Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Haaland scores late winner as Norway advances past Ivory Coast
Summary

Erling Haaland scored a late goal in the 86th minute to secure a 2-1 victory for Norway over Ivory Coast, marking Norway's first World Cup knockout win. Antonio Nusa opened the scoring for Norway in the 39th minute, while Ivory Coast equalized through Amad Diallo in the 74th. The match took place during the World Cup round of 32, and Norway will now face Brazil in the last 16 on Sunday. Additionally, Haaland's goal was his fifth of the tournament, highlighting his impressive form as Norway moves forward.

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  • Norway wins 2-1 against Ivory Coast in the World Cup round of 32
  • Haaland scores his fifth tournament goal late in the match
  • Nusa opened the scoring for Norway in the first half
  • Diallo equalized for Ivory Coast before Haaland's late winner
  • Norway will play Brazil in the last 16 on Sunday
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Erling Haaland came to the rescue with a late 2-1 winner as Norway won a World Cup knock-out match for the first time, in the round of 32 against Ivory Coast on Tuesday. Haaland did not hit the ball cleanly in the 86th minute off a great cut back from Patrick Berg but it was enough to to beat goalkeeper Yahia Fofana and cross the line.

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