Haaland the late hero as Norway knock out resilient Ivory Coast

In a dramatic conclusion to their group stage match, Norway secured a spot in the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup by defeating a resilient Ivory Coast side 2-1. The hero of the hour was Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, who scored a late winner to break the deadlock and send Norwegian fans into celebration. The victory was hard-fought, as Ivory Coast proved to be a tough opponent, but Haaland's decisive strike ensured Norway's progression in the tournament.