Ivory Coast vs Norway Betting Tips: Best Bets, Odds & Bet Builder Tip

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Ivory Coast and Norway meet in the World Cup 2026 round of 32 at Dallas Stadium in what is a fascinating clash between first-time knockout stage history-makers and a side led by one of the tournament’s most feared goalscorers.

For Ivory Coast, this is uncharted territory. The Elephants have reached the knockout rounds of a World Cup for the first time in their history after finishing second in Group E behind Germany. Emerse Faé’s side arrive with growing belief, having won two of their three group matches and showing both resilience and attacking quality, particularly through Nicolas Pépé and Yan Diomande, who have both been central to their ability to strike first and control games in key moments.

Norway, meanwhile, return to the knockout stage for the first time in 28 years, finishing runners-up in Group I behind France. Ståle Solbakken’s side have been heavily defined by Erling Haaland’s explosive form, with the Manchester City striker already hitting multiple goals in the group stage.

Ivory Coast vs Norway Best Bet

Recommended Bet: Both Team to Score
Best Odds: 8/11 (Various)
Advised Stake: 1pt

This Round of 32 clash in Dallas has all the ingredients for goals at both ends, with two attack-minded sides bringing very different strengths into a compelling knockout tie.

Ivory Coast arrive in confident form after progressing through Group E with wins over Ecuador and Curaçao, scoring in all three group matches and finding the net first in each of them. Nicolas Pépé has been a key outlet, while Yan Diomande’s creativity and dribbling has consistently stretched defences. The Elephants have also shown resilience, conceding just once in their first two games before a narrow defeat to Germany, suggesting they are competitive even against elite opposition.

Norway, meanwhile, are built around one of the most lethal finishers in world football. Erling Haaland has already scored four goals in two appearances at the tournament and continues to deliver at an extraordinary rate on the international stage. Even in games where Norway have not dominated possession, their ability to convert chances has carried them through tight contests, including a 3-2 win over Senegal.

Defensively, though, the Vikings remain vulnerable. They have kept just one clean sheet in their last 10 matches and were exposed against France when rotated, underlining their struggles against high-quality attacking transitions. That opens the door for Ivory Coast’s pace and directness in forward areas to cause problems.

Who is the favourite to win Ivory Coast vs Norway?

Norway head into this round-of-32 clash as slight favourites in the betting markets, priced at 21/20, reflecting both their superior attacking firepower and strong underlying numbers from the group stage.

Ivory Coast, meanwhile, are priced at 29/10 and arrive with real momentum after finishing second in Group E, scoring first in all three matches and keeping things exceptionally tight for long spells, while the 13/5 draw highlights how closely matched this contest is expected to be.

Ivory Coast vs Norway Bet Builder Tip

Amad Diallo 3+ Shots

Of the teams left in the world cup, Norway have conceded the 4th most shots with 45.

Given they did play france with a second team this should be taken with a pinch of salt, but they did concede 16 to senegal and 11 to Iraq. I expect Ivory Coasts rapid attack to get off a few shots here and Diallo appeals.

Amad Diallo Shots at the World Cup: 3, 1, 2

He has managed 6 shots in 154 minutes of football and is yet to start but could get the call up here. 

That equates to 3.5 shots per 90 minutes.

Norway to Win

This is a nervy situation for both sides. Ivory Coast make their first World Cup knock out appearance ever, while Norway return to the knockouts for the first time in 28 years.

Ståle Solbakken’s side were impressive in the group stage, winning two of their three matches, including victories over Iraq (4-1) and Senegal (3-2), with Erling Haaland scoring four goals in his first two appearances. Even in their 4-1 defeat to France, Norway rotated heavily with qualification already secured, meaning their strongest XI is expected to return here fit and ready to go.

Ivory Coast arrive in strong form and have made history by reaching the knockout stage for the first time, but their defensive record suggests vulnerability at this level. They were beaten by Germany in Group E and needed late goals to secure wins in two of their three group matches, while also conceding chances in transition against stronger opposition.

Erling Haaland 3+ Shots on Target

Erling Haaland Shots on Target for Norway: 3, 4, 0, 0, 2, 3, 5, 7, 2, 1, 6, 2, 4, 2

Haaland arrives fresh here having been rested against France and has managed at least three shots on targets in both starts so far.

Four goals in two games this World Cup and an extraordinary record of 59 goals in 52 games for his country, he couldn't arrive with more confidence.

Ivory Coast vs Norway Player Prop Bet

Recommended Bet: Erling Haaland 2+ Goals 
Best Odds: 4/1+ (Various)
Advised Stake: 0.5pts

Norway striker in ruthless form heading into the round of 32 clash against Ivory Coast. The Manchester City forward has already scored four goals in just two World Cup appearances, including braces against both Iraq and Senegal, underlining his ability to consistently deliver multiple-goal performances on the biggest stage.

Norway arrive with real attacking momentum, having scored 7 goals across wins over Iraq (4-1) and Senegal (3-2), with Haaland central to everything positive in the final third. Even in games where he has not featured heavily, the Vikings have shown vulnerability without him - most notably in the 4-1 defeat to France - reinforcing just how vital he is to their attacking output.