Haaland's late goal seals historic Norway win over Ivory Coast

Erling Haaland etched another memorable moment into his international career, scoring an 86th-minute winner to secure Norway's dramatic 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. The win propelled Norway into the Round of 16 for the first time in their history, setting up a clash with Brazil.

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The high-stakes match delivered end-to-end action, with Ivory Coast initially dominating possession but failing to convert their chances. Norway seized the lead in the 39th minute when Antonio Nusa, the youngest-ever Norwegian goalscorer at a major tournament, curled a superb shot into the top corner. The European side held the advantage into halftime.

Ivory Coast fought back after the break, with Amad Diallo, brought on as a substitute, leveling the score in the 74th minute after a skillful solo run. However, the night ultimately belonged to Haaland, who converted a low cross from six yards out to seal the historic win for Norway. This goal was his 60th for his country, placing him in elite company.

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Norway's victory is a significant milestone, marking their first knockout-stage win in their World Cup history. They will now face Brazil in the next round, while Ivory Coast exits the tournament after a spirited debut in the knockout stages.

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New York is making historic investments in Long Island's infrastructure, from the opening of Grand Central Madison to the modernization of bridges that have been needed for decades.