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Erling Haaland, Norway Make World Cup History in Stunning Win Over Ivory Coast

Erling Haaland, Norway Make World Cup History in Stunning Win Over Ivory Coast

Summary

Norway won their first-ever World Cup knockout game by beating Ivory Coast 2-1 in Dallas. Erling Haaland scored the winning goal and became the fastest player to reach 60 international goals. Norway will face Brazil next in the Round of 16.

Key Facts

  • Norway beat Ivory Coast 2-1 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas.
  • Antonio Nusa scored the first goal for Norway early in the match.
  • Ivory Coast’s Amad Diallo equalized with a goal in the 74th minute.
  • Erling Haaland scored the winning goal in the 86th minute.
  • This was Norway’s first World Cup knockout win ever.
  • Haaland has scored five goals in his first four World Cup matches.
  • Haaland became the fastest player to score 60 international goals, doing so in 54 games.
  • Norway will play Brazil in the World Cup Round of 16 on July 5 at MetLife Stadium.
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