- Ivory Coast vs Norway lineups: Following a 10-man shuffle in their last group outing, Norway’s gaffer has rolled out his heavy hitters for the knockout push.
- The action unfolds on Tuesday, June 30 at Dallas Stadium.
- Whichever side prevails will lock horns with Brazil in the Round of 16 next week.
Stale Solbakken has named Erling Haaland in the starting lineup as Norway take on Ivory Coast in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash this evening at Dallas Stadium.
The Manchester City star was among the 10 changes Solbakken made following their last Group I match, where they suffered a 4-1 defeat to France.
It was perhaps a result they could afford after already securing qualification for the knockout stage as runners-up with six points, setting up a meeting with the African side.
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After 28 years away from football’s biggest stage, Norway, led by their sensational striker, will fight with everything they have to reach the Round of 16, which would equal their best-ever World Cup finish in their fourth appearance at the tournament.
Tonight, Norway come at full strength, with other superstars such as Martin Odegaard also named in the starting XI as they chase victory.
Official Ivory Coast vs Norway lineups
Operating in a sharp 4-3-3 formation, their attack is completed by Alexander Sorloth and Antonio Nusa, providing a blend of physical presence and elite creativity.
In midfield, Sander Berge and Patrick Berg partner Odegaard to provide defensive stability while controlling the tempo.
Defensively, Marcus Holmgren Pedersen, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjørn Heggem, and David Møller Wolfe line up ahead of goalkeeper Orjan Nyland.
- Norway Formation (4-3-3)Starting XI: Orjan Nyland, Torbjorn Heggem, David Møller Wolfe, Marcus Pedersen, Kristoffer Ajer, Martin Odegaard, Patrick Berg, Sander Berge, Antonio Nusa, Alexander Sorloth, Erling Haaland.
- Substitutes: Sander Tangvik, Andreas Schjelderup, Fredrik Aursnes, Henrik Falchener, Fredrik Bjorkan, Sondre Langas, Egil Selvik, Jørgen Strand Larsen, Kristian Thorstvedt, Jens Petter Hauge, Leo Ostigard, Thelo Aasgaard, Julian Ryerson, Oscar Bobb, Morten Thorsby.
Emerse Fae’s men finished second in Group E on six points from two wins and one defeat. They were level on points with group leaders Germany but missed out on top spot due to the head-to-head tiebreaker.
The Elephants need nothing less than a victory to become only the second African nation to book a place in the Round of 16, joining Morocco, who achieved the feat on Tuesday morning after South Africa became the first African side to bow out on Sunday.
The Cote d’Ivoire boss has opted for a tactical 4-1-4-1 formation, making the bold decision to leave Amad Diallo on the bench.
Instead, Nicolas Pepe, who impressed in their last two group-stage matches, gets the nod alongside Yan Diomande on the wings.
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The duo flank Franck Kessie and Christ Inao Oulaï in central midfield, while Ibrahim Sangare operates as the lone holding midfielder.
Up front, Ange-Yoan Bonny spearheads the attack as the lone striker, tasked with troubling Norway’s central defenders.
The back four of Guela Doue, Odilon Kossounou, Emmanuel Agbadou, and Ghislain Konan will shield goalkeeper Yahia Fofana.
- Ivory Coast Formation (4-1-4-1) Starting XI: Yahia Fofana, Ghislain Konan, Emmanuel Agbadou, Odilon Kossounou, Guela Doue, Ibrahim Sangare, Nicolas Pepe, Franck Kessie, Christ Inao Oulaï, Yan Diomande, Ange-Yoan Bonny.
- Substitutes: Alban Lafont, Mohamed Kone, Wilfried Singo, Evan Ndicka, Amad Diallo, Christopher Operi, Evann Guessand, Ousmane Diomande, Elye Wahi, Oumar Diakite, Parfait Guiagon, Bazoumana Toure, Simon Adingra, Jean Michael Seri, Seko Fofana.
Where to watch Ivory Coast vs Norway match in Kenya
In Kenya, you can catch the crucial Round of 32 World Cup clash between Ivory Coast vs Norway live on SuperSport International (via DStv Channel 222) or on Azam TV Kenya through Azam Sports 2 HD and Azam Sports 4 HD.
Since the match kicks off at exactly 8pm East African Time (EAT), local football fans can also enjoy the action for free on the national broadcaster KBC Channel 1 and SportyTV, both airing the game free-to-air across their digital and television platforms.
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