Norway faced Ivory Coast in a high-stakes World Cup clash that left supporters breathless. The first knockout match of the day kicked off with the roar of the crowd . Norway’s star forward Erling Haaland made his long-awaited debut after nursing a lengthy layoff before the game.
Ivory Coast dominated playfully and advanced to the next stage, while Norway’s spirited run came to a halt . Tense moments 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.