Norway advanced past Côte d'Ivoire 2–1 in a World Championship knockout tie, with Antonio Nusa and Erling Haaland securing the victory despite the hosts' territorial control. Côte d'Ivoire dominated possession at 47% and created 1.49 xG from 14 shots, yet managed only five on target and converted just one; their goalkeeper faced four shots on target but saved only 50% of them. Norway, operating in a 4–3–3 formation, proved more clinical, generating 1.9 xG from nine attempts and converting two goals. The Scandinavians' goalkeeper was imperious, saving 80% of the five shots on target faced and keeping them 0.4 goals above expected performance. Referee Jesus Valenzuela oversaw a match where Norway's efficiency in front of goal proved decisive against Côte d'Ivoire's greater volume. Norway's superior finishing in a knockout setting sends them through to the next round.