Norway faced Ivory Coast in a high-stakes World Cup clash that delivered late drama . The first knockout match of the day began under bright stadium lights . Norway’s star forward Erling Haaland stepped onto the pitch high on confidence after nursing minor setbacks before the game.
Ivory Coast dominated playfully and advanced to the next stage, while Norway’s spirited run ended prematurely . Breathtaking plays kept both squads locked in the battle until the final whistle. Fans in the stands sighed in relief as the referee blew the final call.