Ivory Coast to face Norway in World Cup last 32

Ivory Coast will face Norway in the World Cup round of 32, with the winner advancing to a last-16 clash against either France or Costa Rica (1). The Elephants pushed Germany to the limit in the group stage, falling 2–1 after Franck Kessié's early opener, and the performances across Group E have fueled belief that this team can go deep. Norway topped a group featuring Japan, Saudi Arabia, and Jamaica to reach this knockout matchup. Coach Fae's side have already shown they can trouble top-tier opponents, and the path through Norway offers a genuine shot at the quarterfinals.