FIFA World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast vs Norway R16 date, time, live streaming India
Synopsis
Norway's first World Cup in 28 years and Ivory Coast's maiden knockout appearance collide at Dallas Stadium on 30 June — with Erling Haaland's four-goal run and Nicolas Pepe's clinical finishing setting up what could be the round of 16's most evenly matched fixture.
Key Takeaways
Ivory Coast vs Norway kicks off on 30 June 2026 at 10:30 PM IST at Dallas Stadium, Arlington, USA .
Ivory Coast are making their first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout appearance after finishing second in Group E .
Norway are back at the World Cup for the first time in 28 years ; Erling Haaland has scored 4 goals in the group stage.
Nicolas Pepe scored a brace in Ivory Coast's 2-0 win over Curaçao to seal qualification.
Indian viewers can watch live on Zee5 (streaming) and Unite8 Sports 1/2 (TV channels).
Fitness doubts surround Wilfried Singo (Ivory Coast) and Julian Ryerson (Norway) ahead of the match.
Ivory Coast and Norway clash in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 at Dallas Stadium, Arlington on Tuesday, 30 June, with kick-off scheduled for 10:30 PM IST. Both nations arrive at this knockout stage on the back of historic campaigns, making this one of the more intriguing last-16 fixtures of the tournament.
Road to the Round of 16
Ivory Coast reached the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in their history after finishing second in Group E. Coach Emerse Fae's side opened with a victory over Ecuador, suffered a narrow defeat to Germany despite taking the lead, and then sealed qualification with a 2-0 win over Curaçao — a match inspired by a brace from Nicolas Pepe.
Norway, returning to the World Cup after a 28-year absence, advanced from Group I with wins over Iraq and Senegal before closing the group stage with a defeat to France. Striker Erling Haaland has been the team's standout performer, netting four goals to place himself among the tournament's leading scorers.
Team News and Possible Lineups
The Ivorians are monitoring the fitness of defender Wilfried Singo, who is recovering from a hamstring injury. Should he miss out, Ousmane Diomande and Odilon Kossounou are expected to anchor the backline. Franck Kessie remains pivotal in midfield, with Pepe leading the attack.
Norway carry a fitness doubt over full-back Julian Ryerson. If unavailable, Fredrik Aursnes could slot into defence, allowing Patrick Berg to join Martin Odegaard and Sander Berge in a three-man midfield. Haaland is certain to lead the line.
How to Watch Ivory Coast vs Norway Live in India
Indian viewers can follow the match via live streaming on Zee5 — available on the platform's website and app, though a subscription is required. Live telecast will be carried on Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD television channels.
Match Details and Full Squads
Date and kick-off: Tuesday, 30 June 2026, 10:30 PM IST
Venue: Dallas Stadium, Arlington, USA
Referee: Jesus Valenzuela
Ivory Coast squad —
Goalkeepers: Yahia Fofana, Mohamed Kone, Alban Lafont
Defenders: Emmanuel Agbadou, Christopher Operi, Ousmane Diomande, Guela Doue, Ghislain Konan, Odilon Kossounou, Wilfried Singo, Evan Ndicka
Midfielders: Seko Fofana, Parfait Guiagon, Christ Inao Oulai, Franck Kessie, Ibrahim Sangare, Jean Michael Seri
Forwards: Simon Adingra, Ange-Yoan Bonny, Amad Diallo, Oumar Diakite, Yan Diomande, Evann Guessand, Nicolas Pepe, Bazoumana Touré, Elye Wahi
Norway squad —
Goalkeepers: Orjan Haskjold Nyland, Egil Selvik, Sander Tangvik
Defenders: Kristoffer Vassbakk Ajer, Fredrik Bjorkan, Henrik Falchener, Sondre Langas, Torbjorn Heggem, Marcus Holmgren Pedersen, Julian Ryerson, David Møller Wolfe, Leo Ostigard
Midfielders: Thelonious Aasgaard, Fredrik Aursnes, Patrick Berg, Sander Berge, Oscar Bobb, Jens Petter Hauge, Antonio Nusa, Andreas Schjelderup, Morten Thorsby, Kristian Thorstvedt, Martin Odegaard
Forwards: Erling Haaland, Jorgen Strand Larsen, Alexander Sorloth
With history on the line for both sides, a tightly contested encounter is anticipated at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday night.
Point of View
However, is structural: Haaland's four goals have come against Iraq and Senegal, not elite defences. Ivory Coast's backline, anchored by Diomande and Kossounou, offers a far sterner test. Whether Haaland can replicate his group-stage output against organised African defending will define Norway's tournament ambitions. For Ivory Coast, the weight of history cuts both ways — inspiration and pressure in equal measure.
NationPress
29 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Ivory Coast vs Norway FIFA World Cup 2026 match?
The match is scheduled for Tuesday, 30 June 2026, with kick-off at 10:30 PM IST at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, USA. It is a round-of-16 fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Where can I watch Ivory Coast vs Norway live in India?
The match can be streamed live on the Zee5 platform and app in India (subscription required). Live telecast is available on Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD TV channels.
How did Ivory Coast qualify for the round of 16?
Ivory Coast finished second in Group E after beating Ecuador, losing narrowly to Germany, and defeating Curaçao 2-0 — with Nicolas Pepe scoring both goals. It is the first time Ivory Coast have reached the FIFA World Cup knockout stage.
How many goals has Erling Haaland scored at the 2026 World Cup?
Erling Haaland has scored four goals in the group stage, making him one of the tournament's leading marksmen. His tally came as Norway advanced from Group I with wins over Iraq and Senegal.
What are the injury concerns ahead of the match?
Ivory Coast are monitoring Wilfried Singo's hamstring injury; if he misses out, Ousmane Diomande and Odilon Kossounou are expected to start in defence. Norway have a fitness doubt over Julian Ryerson, with Fredrik Aursnes likely to cover at the back if he is unavailable.
