2026 World Cup Round of 32 Matchup
On June 30, 2026, the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, USA, will host a Round of 32 match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup between Ivory Coast and Norway. According to odds from bookmaker GGBET, Norway enters as the clear favorite. This will be the first-ever meeting between these two national teams.
Odds and Statistics
In terms of match predictions, the odds for an Ivory Coast victory stand at 8.26, while a Norway win is priced at 1.14. A draw in regular time carries odds of 8.33. As for advancing to the Round of 16, Ivory Coast has odds of 2.71, compared to Norway's 1.43. For those interested in totals, under 1.0 goals is listed at 6.13.
Both teams showed mixed form during the group stage. Ivory Coast recorded:
- a 1-0 win over Ecuador;
- a 2-0 victory against Curaçao;
- a 1-2 loss to Germany.
In those matches, midfielder Diallo scored the winning goal against Ecuador, Kessié found the net versus Germany, and forward Pepe bagged a brace in the Curaçao game. Ivory Coast is managed by Emerse Faé.
Norway also had a mixed group stage, winning:
- 4-1 against Iraq;
- 3-2 over Senegal;
- losing 1-4 to France.
Against Iraq, striker Haaland scored twice, with defender Østigård also on target and an own goal from Iraq's Hussein. In the Senegal match, goals came from defender Pedersen and Haaland, who netted a double. Norway's lone goal against France was scored by midfielder Øsgaard. The team is coached by Ståle Solbakken.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 20:00 Kyiv time. Viewers can watch the game on the Megogo media service, specifically on the Megogo Football 1 and Megogo Sport channels.
The clash between Ivory Coast and Norway promises to be intense, given the contrasting performances of both teams during the group stage.
Norway, boosted by its star players, holds a clear advantage, but Ivory Coast has shown it can spring surprises. This match could prove decisive for both sides in their quest to reach the next round of the tournament.
As both teams gear up for their upcoming match, it's worth noting that Norway has made significant adjustments to their squad in preparation for their clash with France. This decision could influence their performance against Ivory Coast, highlighting the strategic shifts that teams often employ during the tournament. For more insights on Norway's lineup changes and their potential impact, check out our detailed coverage regarding their strategy against France.