Norway defeats Ivory Coast 2-1 in World Cup round of 32

Norway secured a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in the World Cup round of 32 match in Dallas. The winning goals came from Norway’s swift wing play and solid midfield control.

Ivory Coast’s lone strike was netted by Pape Alassane Gueye, but it wasn’t enough. The result set the stage for Norway’s quarter‑final appearance.