Ivory Coast vs Norway Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data
Ivory Coast vs Norway stats start with a Round of 32 match at Dallas Stadium, where the Ivory Coast national football team face the Norway national football team on 30 June 2026. Ivory Coast enter with the better defensive profile, with 0.7 goals conceded per game and two clean sheets in the FOX public data. Norway bring the stronger scoring line, with 2.7 goals per game, 1.8 xG per game, and Erling Haaland leading the player data.
(Arlington)
Ivory Coast World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a Group E qualifier that reached the knockouts through defensive control and wide attacking moments. Norway World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a Group I runner-up with a clear striker-led route through Haaland and Martin Odegaard. The World Cup 2026 Round of 32 bracket now turns that contrast into a direct knockout match.
The match is listed for 1:00 PM ET at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, which is 17:00 UTC on 30 June. It also belongs in the World Cup 2026 stats and records tracker because Norway bring one of the round’s strongest individual scoring profiles. Full match stats should replace these pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
Ivory Coast vs Norway Stats – Match Statistics Overview
Norway carry the stronger attacking profile before kickoff. FOX lists Norway at 2.7 goals, 1.8 xG, 11.3 shots, and 55% average possession per game. Those numbers show a team that turns moderate shot volume into high scoring output.
Ivory Coast own the cleaner defensive line. FOX lists Ivory Coast at 1.3 goals, 1.1 xG, 11.0 shots, and 58% average possession per game. The possession edge is useful, but the match depends on whether they can keep Norway away from repeated Haaland touches in the box.
Ivory Coast vs Norway Stats Snapshot
The snapshot uses verified public pre-match data because the official live-event feed has not opened yet. Norway lead in FIFA ranking, goals per match, xG, shots, and conversion rate. Ivory Coast lead in possession, goals against, clean sheets, and chances created.
| Stat | Ivory Coast | Norway |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 34 | 31 |
| Goals Per Match | 1.3 | 2.7 |
| xG Per Match | 1.1 | 1.8 |
| Goals Against Per Match | 0.7 | 2.3 |
| Shots Per Match | 11.0 | 11.3 |
| Average Possession | 58% | 55% |
| Chances Created Avg | 8.3 | 7.0 |
Attacking Stats Comparison
Norway’s attacking edge is clear in the public numbers. FOX lists Haaland with four goals, 2.0 xG, seven shots on goal, an 8.3 rating marker, and two player-of-the-match markers. Odegaard adds two assists, giving Norway a direct creator behind the tournament’s main striker.
Ivory Coast have a lower scoring rate, but they still carry wide threat. FOX lists Nicolas Pepe with two goals and 0.8 xG, while Ibrahim Sangare has one assist. Amad Diallo also owns two shots on goal and one player-of-the-match marker, which gives Ivory Coast a ball-carrying route beyond Pepe.
| Attack Stat | Ivory Coast | Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Per Match | 1.3 | 2.7 |
| Expected Goals Avg | 1.1 | 1.8 |
| Shots Per Match | 11.0 | 11.3 |
| Chances Created Avg | 8.3 | 7.0 |
| Shot Conversion | 12% | 24% |
| Leading Scorer | Nicolas Pepe, 2 | Erling Haaland, 4 |
Defensive Stats Comparison
Ivory Coast have defended more securely across the available tournament data. FOX lists Ivory Coast at 0.7 goals against per game, while Yahia Fofana has two clean sheets and a 25 keeper save marker. That gives the Elephants a credible route if they can turn the match into midfield duels and low-volume Norway attacks.
Norway’s defensive numbers are shakier. FOX lists Norway at 2.3 goals against per game, with Egil Selvik carrying a 21 keeper save marker and Orjan Nyland listed with no clean sheets. Norway can still win through scoring power, but the back line has to protect space behind midfield better than the average suggests.
| Defensive Stat | Ivory Coast | Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Against Per Match | 0.7 | 2.3 |
| Team Clean Sheets | 2 | 0 |
| Keeper Save Marker | 25 | 21 |
| Full Tackles Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Interceptions Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Clearances Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Passing and Possession Analysis
Ivory Coast lead the possession comparison, though the gap is narrow. FOX lists Ivory Coast at 58% average possession and Norway at 55%. Since those numbers come from separate group matches, the card normalizes them into a 51-49 matchup view.
The chance-creation line also tilts toward Ivory Coast. Ivory Coast average 8.3 chances created, while Norway average 7.0. That means Norway’s edge is not volume alone; it comes from Haaland turning fewer moments into better outcomes.
| Passing Stat | Ivory Coast | Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Average Possession | 58% | 55% |
| Card Possession Share | 51% | 49% |
| Chances Created Avg | 8.3 | 7.0 |
| Passes Per Match | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Pass Accuracy | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Crosses Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Key Player Statistics
Pepe leads Ivory Coast’s scoring data with two goals, while Sangare gives the midfield its assist marker. Amad adds the strongest shots-on-goal line and one player-of-the-match marker. Fofana’s two clean sheets make him central to the defensive argument.
Haaland dominates Norway’s public player data. He leads Norway in goals, shots on goal, xG, rating marker, and player-of-the-match markers. Odegaard’s two assists complete the service line that Ivory Coast must disrupt before the final pass reaches Haaland.
| Player | Team | Key Data |
|---|---|---|
| Nicolas Pepe | Ivory Coast | 2 goals, 0.8 xG in FOX leaders |
| Ibrahim Sangare | Ivory Coast | 1 assist in FOX leaders |
| Yahia Fofana | Ivory Coast | 25 keeper save marker, 2 clean sheets |
| Erling Haaland | Norway | 4 goals, 2.0 xG, 7 shots on goal |
| Martin Odegaard | Norway | 2 assists in FOX leaders |
| Egil Selvik | Norway | 21 keeper save marker |
Expected Goals Analysis
The xG comparison favours Norway. Norway sit at 1.8 xG per game, while Ivory Coast sit at 1.1. That gap fits the scoring difference because Norway have built more direct chances through Haaland and their final-third service.
Ivory Coast can close the gap if Pepe, Amad, and Kessie attack quickly after turnovers. Norway need Odegaard to receive in clean pockets rather than under pressure from Sangare and Seri. The full-time update should separate open-play xG, set-play xG, shot locations, and goalkeeper saves once the official match feed closes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Ivory Coast vs Norway?
Ivory Coast vs Norway is scheduled for 30 June 2026 at 1:00 PM ET in Arlington, which is 17:00 UTC.
What are the Ivory Coast vs Norway xG stats?
Before kickoff, FOX lists Ivory Coast at 1.1 xG per game and Norway at 1.8 xG per game.
Who has the better attacking stats?
Norway have the stronger attacking stats before kickoff, with more goals per game, higher xG, and a better shot conversion marker.
Which players lead the key stats?
Nicolas Pepe leads Ivory Coast with two goals, while Ibrahim Sangare has one assist. Erling Haaland leads Norway with four goals, and Martin Odegaard has two assists.
Will the stats update after full time?
Yes. Full match stats, xG, shots, possession, player data, and event details should replace the pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
Ivory Coast vs Norway stats point to a Round of 32 match between Ivorian defensive control and Norway’s sharper finishing profile.
Ivory Coast need Fofana, Sangare, and Pepe to keep the match balanced, while Norway need Odegaard and Haaland to turn fewer attacks into decisive shots.
The full-time update should focus on whether Ivory Coast can keep Haaland below Norway’s usual xG level.
