Norway faced Ivory Coast in a high-stakes World Cup clash that kept fans on edge . 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 emerged victorious and advanced to the next stage, while Norway’s spirited run met a sharp finish. End-to-end exchanges kept both squads locked in the battle until the final whistle. Fans in the stands let out a collective cheer as the referee blew the final call.