Norway predicted lineup and team news vs Ivory Coast

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·30 Juni 2026

Norway predicted lineup and team news vs Ivory Coast

Norway take on Ivory Coast in a Round of 32 clash on Tuesday at Dallas Stadium, with both sides having finished second in their respective groups.

Norway secured their place in the Round of 32 after finishing second in Group I. They impressively started their campaign, beating Iraq 4–1 and then overcoming Senegal 3–2 in an entertaining contest.

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Their final group match ended in a heavy 4–1 defeat to France, but that result does not fully reflect their strength, as Norway had already qualified and rested ten key players, including Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard.

Norway team news

Norway head into this knockout match with a well-rested squad, following those extensive changes made by manager Ståle Solbakken in the final group game.

Key players Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard are expected to return to the starting lineup, alongside Atletico Madrid striker Alexander Sørloth, giving Norway a dangerous attacking trio.

There are some concerns in defence, with full-back Julian Ryerson unlikely to feature due to an ongoing thigh problem sustained against Senegal.

Additionally, defender Torbjørn Heggem will undergo a late fitness check to determine whether he can be included in the squad.

Haaland comes into this match in excellent form, having scored two braces in his first two appearances of the tournament.

Norway’s game plan will revolve around Ødegaard’s creativity in midfield, as they look to supply Haaland with chances by playing balls into space behind the Ivory Coast defence.