Norway defeats Ivory Coast and reaches the round of 16

Even when playing against them Ivory Coast In Dallas there was a lot of rowing – and cheering – in the stands. Norway won 2:1 and hits in Round of 16 on Brazil.

Balanced game

The Ivorians started powerfully and posed some problems for the Scandinavians in defense. But the Norwegians struck with their first real chance. Antonio Nusa started dribbling and flicked the ball into the top corner – a dream goal (39th) from the 21-year-old winger from RB Leipzig. Shortly afterwards, Erling Haaland had his first big chance, Ibrahim Sangare was able to block the ball in desperate need.

The game remained even in the second half. The Ivorians put a lot of pressure on, but Norway countered dangerously.

A wonderful move led to the equalizer. Amad Diallo Played his way into the penalty area with a one-two, danced past a defender with close control of the ball and scored from close range to make it 1-1. A great goal from the 23-year-old from Manchester United.

The third goal of the day also earned the rating worth seeing. Oscar Bobb played to Patrick Berg, who brought the cross pass into the middle and stood there Erling Haaland spot on (86th). The Ivorians threw everything forward in the finish, Norway goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland fished a dangerous free kick from the corner. The Ivory Coast is eliminated, Norway rows to the round of 16 in New Jersey.