The Norwegian national football team defeated Ivory Coast 2–1 in a Round of 1/16 match at the World Cup being held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Antonio Nusa (39th minute) and Erling Haaland (86th) scored for the winning side, while Amad Diallo (74th) found the net for the losers.

In the Round of 1/8, the Norwegian national team is set to face Brazil. The match will take place on July 6, starting at 01:00 Ashgabat time.

Haaland now has five goals to his name at the current World Cup. On the tournament's top scorers list, he trails only Argentina forward Lionel Messi, who has scored six goals.

The 2026 World Cup is being held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament, featuring 48 national teams for the first time, will conclude on July 19. The defending champion is Argentina.