Two highly skilled sides are expected to deliver plenty of entertainment in Arlington when Norway and Ivory Coast battle for a place in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup.
Each side prefers an attacking style of play, but I believe Norway are the rightful favorites in the World Cup odds for this match.
Find out why in my Norway vs. Ivory Coast predictions and World Cup picks for June 30.
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Who will win Norway vs Ivory Coast: Norway to win in regulation (+105)
Before resting their starters against France, Norway netted seven goals in their first two games of group play. We will see a very different Norway side on Tuesday than we did in their final game, with Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard leading the way.
Norway's approach is unlikely to change from their first two matches: relying on attacking quality and physicality to overwhelm opponents.
Norway will get Haaland into dangerous positions, where his deadly instinct in front of goal will decide the game.
The supporting attacking line of Sorloth, Odegaard and Nusa can both supply him and threaten themselves around the box, given their individual quality.
That is where the match will be decided, especially considering Ivory Coast’s struggles against Germany's relentless attack in their only defeat at the World Cup so far, where they were outshot 16-9 and had just 40% of possession.
Norway's attack operates on the same principles that undid Ivory Coast against Germany — high volume, relentless pressure, and pace in behind, which is why I'm backing them to win.
Play this to -110.
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Norway vs Ivory Coast Over/Under pick: Over 2.5 (-116)
Norway's last 16 matches have produced an average of exactly four goals per game.
Solbakken has built a team with attacking weapons all over the pitch, making them extremely difficult for any opponent to contain.
Haaland looks to be in excellent form, finding the net twice against both Senegal and Iraq before being rested for the match against France.
I believe there is still plenty of fuel left in this Norway side, and they will stick to their attacking philosophy, looking to score as many goals as possible. It's also worth noting each of their last seven competitive matches has produced at least five goals.
Norway vs Ivory Coast projected lineup
Norway (4-3-3): Nyland; Pedersen, Ajer, Heggem, Moller Wolfe; Berge, Aursnes, Odegaard; Sorloth, Haaland, Nusa.
Ivory Coast (4-3-3): Fofana; Doue, Diomande, Kossounou, Konan; Sangare, Kessie, Oulai; Diallo, Pepe, Diomande.
Norway vs Ivory Coast injuries
Norway: Wilfried Singo RB (Questionable).
Ivory Coast: Julian Ryerson RB (Questionable).
Norway vs Ivory Coast weather
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Norway vs Ivory Coast odds
 Norway |
 Ivory Coast |
|
|---|---|---|
| +104 | Moneyline | +285 |
| +270 | Draw | +270 |
| Over 2.5 (-117) | Total | Under 2.5 (+108) |
Odds courtesy of Kalshi.
How to watch Norway vs Ivory Coast
Check out FIFA's official 2026 World Cup website for more information.
| Location | AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX |
| Date | Tuesday, June 30, 2026 |
| Time | 1 p.m. ET |
| TV | FOX |
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