Ivory Coast vs Norway Kickoff Time, Date, Venue, Lineups, Live Stream Channels
Arlington
Ivory Coast vs Norway is World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Match 78 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout fixture is scheduled for 30 June 2026, with kickoff at 12:00 CT / 13:00 ET / 17:00 UTC / 18:00 BST / 17:00 Ivory Coast / 19:00 Norway / 22:00 PKT. This hub covers the match date, venue, projected lineups, live stream channels, prediction, H2H, and key stats.
Ivory Coast vs Norway brings World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Match 78 to Dallas Stadium. Ivory Coast reached the knockout stage from Group E after winning two of their three group matches. Norway reached the knockout stage as Group I runner-up after two wins and a final group defeat to France. Ivory Coast enter with physical midfield power, while Norway have the clearest penalty-box threat through Haaland.
Ivory Coast vs Norway Match Date and Kickoff Time
Ivory Coast vs Norway takes place on 30 June 2026. Arlington local kickoff is 12:00 CT, which converts to 13:00 ET, 17:00 UTC, 18:00 BST, 17:00 in Ivory Coast, 19:00 in Norway, and 22:00 PKT.
The timing gives Ivory Coast an afternoon viewing window and Norway an early evening kickoff. Since this is a knockout match, extra time and penalties can follow if the score is level after 90 minutes. Viewers should keep live coverage open beyond the standard match window.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | 30 June 2026 |
| Local Kickoff | 12:00 CT in Arlington |
| Viewer Times | 12:00 CT / 13:00 ET / 17:00 UTC / 18:00 BST / 17:00 Ivory Coast / 19:00 Norway / 22:00 PKT |
| Stage | Round of 32 – Match 78 |
| Status | Upcoming |
Venue: Dallas Stadium, Arlington
Dallas Stadium hosts Ivory Coast vs Norway in Arlington, Texas. The stadium is widely known as AT&T Stadium. The venue gives this knockout tie a large indoor NFL-style setting where tempo and direct attacks can stay sharp.
Supporters should confirm ticket entry, bag rules, parking, and local transport before matchday. Arlington traffic can build early around major events, so arrival timing matters. Midday kickoff also makes shade, hydration, and post-match travel planning useful.
Predicted Lineups
The projected Ivory Coast vs Norway lineups place Ivory Coast in a 4-3-3 and Norway in a 4-3-3. Ivory Coast can build around Yahia Fofana, Diomande, Ndicka, Sangare, Kessie, Seri, Pepe, Konate, and Amad. Norway can build around Nyland, Ostigard, Ajer, Berge, Berg, Odegaard, Nusa, Haaland, and Bobb.
| Team | Probable Shape | Projected XI |
|---|---|---|
| Ivory Coast | 4-3-3 | Yahia Fofana; Wilfried Singo; Ousmane Diomande; Evan Ndicka; Ghislain Konan; Ibrahim Sangare; Franck Kessie; Jean Michael Seri; Nicolas Pepe; Karim Konate; Amad |
| Norway | 4-3-3 | Orjan Nyland; Marcus Pedersen; Leo Ostigard; Kristoffer Ajer; David Moller Wolfe; Sander Berge; Patrick Berg; Martin Odegaard; Antonio Nusa; Erling Haaland; Oscar Bobb |
These are projected XIs, not official team sheets. Ivory Coast can still adjust one forward role if they want more pace or more hold-up play. Norway may adjust a wide role if Solbakken wants extra defensive balance against Ivorian transition speed.
Ivory Coast vs Norway Live Stream Channels
The Ivory Coast vs Norway live stream channels route focuses on official broadcasters. Ivory Coast viewers should check RTI, beIN Sports, beIN CONNECT, TOD, and local listings. Norway viewers should check NRK, TV 2, NRK TV, TV 2 Play, and local listings.
| Country | TV Channel | Streaming Route | Access Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivory Coast | RTI / beIN Sports | beIN CONNECT / TOD / local listings | free and paid |
| Norway | NRK / TV 2 | NRK TV / TV 2 Play | free-to-air and paid |
| United States | FOX / FS1 / Telemundo / Universo | FOX One / FOXSports.com / Peacock | rights-holder access required |
| United Kingdom | BBC / ITV allocation checks | BBC iPlayer / ITVX where listed | free-to-air |
| Australia | SBS / SBS Viceland | SBS On Demand | free-to-air |
United States viewers should check FOX, FS1, Telemundo, Universo, FOX One, FOXSports.com, and Peacock. UK viewers should check BBC and ITV allocation near kickoff. Broadcaster placement can change by language feed and local package, so official TV schedules remain the final check.
Ivory Coast Preview
Ivory Coast enter ranked No. 34 and arrive after winning two of their three group matches. ESPN’s preview notes that Ivory Coast reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, which makes this Dallas tie a major moment for the Elephants.
Ivory Coast can make the match physical through Kessie, Sangare, and Seri. Pepe gives them a left-footed outlet from the right, while Amad can change tempo with tighter dribbling. The main risk is leaving Norway time to find Haaland before the centre-backs can set their body shape.
Ivory Coast Current Form and Key Players
Nicolas Pepe is central because his left-footed shooting, direct carrying, and final-third timing can trouble Norway’s full-backs. Diomande and Ndicka also need support around second balls when Norway play early into the box. Ivory Coast need short midfield distances, strong second balls, and early wide attacks.
Norway Preview
Norway enter ranked No. 31 and arrive as Group I runner-up. ESPN lists Norway on six points after two wins and a final group defeat to France. Haaland is listed with four tournament goals before this fixture.
Norway have one of the clearest attacking plans in the bracket. Odegaard can control the passing rhythm, while Haaland gives every cross and early pass a target. Norway still need protection behind the ball because Ivory Coast can turn midfield duels into direct attacks.
Norway Current Form and Key Players
Erling Haaland gives Norway their main box movement, finishing power, and first-contact threat route. Odegaard can find him between centre-backs, while Nusa and Bobb can stretch the wide channels. Norway need clean service from Odegaard and protection against Ivorian transition runs.
Match Prediction
The Ivory Coast vs Norway prediction is Norway 2-1 Ivory Coast. The probability split is 31 percent Ivory Coast, 27 percent draw, and 42 percent Norway. Confidence is 42 percent because Norway have the stronger striker-led attack, while Ivory Coast can keep the match close through midfield pressure.
A 2-1 Norway result fits the current evidence. Ivory Coast have enough power to score and disrupt rhythm, so this is not a comfortable pick. Norway get the edge because Haaland and Odegaard give them a clearer route to high-value chances.
Head to Head Record
The Ivory Coast vs Norway H2H record is yet to be confirmed from the checked source set. Because the clean senior count could not be verified, this hub does not publish an invented win-loss record. The match card treats this as a first verified senior meeting until a reliable record is available.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Senior Meetings | yet to be confirmed |
| Ivory Coast Wins | yet to be confirmed |
| Draws | yet to be confirmed |
| Norway Wins | yet to be confirmed |
| World Cup Meetings | 0 |
Current team identity matters more than old results for this matchup. Ivory Coast need Diomande and Ndicka to manage Haaland with pressure on the passer. Norway need Berge and Berg to stop Kessie and Sangare from carrying through midfield.
Key Stats Comparison
Norway have the clearer verified scoring marker because ESPN lists seven group-stage goals and four for Haaland. Ivory Coast have the stronger duel profile through midfield and centre-back power. The comparison points toward a narrow match shaped by transitions and box defending.
| Stat | Ivory Coast | Norway |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 34 | 31 |
| Route | Group E qualifier | Group I runner-up |
| Recent Group Form | W-W-L | W-W-L |
| Verified Group Goals Scored | yet to be confirmed | 7 |
| Top Scoring Note | Nicolas Pepe listed as tournament goals leader | Erling Haaland listed with four goals |
| Prediction Probability | 31% | 42% |
Readers can follow the Ivory Coast vs Norway preview, the Ivory Coast vs Norway live stream guide, and the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 bracket as team news changes. The full World Cup 2026 standings explain how both sides reached this knockout match.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Ivory Coast vs Norway kick off?
Ivory Coast vs Norway kicks off at 12:00 CT / 13:00 ET / 17:00 UTC / 18:00 BST / 17:00 Ivory Coast / 19:00 Norway / 22:00 PKT. The local Arlington kickoff is 12:00 CT on 30 June 2026.
Where is Ivory Coast vs Norway being played?
The Round of 32 match is being played at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The venue is widely known as AT&T Stadium.
Are Ivory Coast vs Norway lineups confirmed?
Official lineups are yet to be confirmed. The projected XIs use the latest preview build and should be checked again near kickoff.
What TV channel has Ivory Coast vs Norway?
Ivory Coast viewers should check RTI, beIN Sports, beIN CONNECT, TOD, and local listings. Norway viewers should check NRK, TV 2, NRK TV, TV 2 Play, and local listings.
What is the Ivory Coast vs Norway prediction?
The FWCTimes prediction is Norway 2-1 Ivory Coast. Norway have Haaland and Odegaard, while Ivory Coast can challenge through midfield pressure and direct wide attacks.
Ivory Coast vs Norway gives the Round of 32 a strong contrast between Ivorian midfield power and Norway’s striker-led attack. Official lineups and some match-specific channel allocations remain yet to be confirmed, so the hub should be checked again before kickoff. FWCTimes will keep live score, lineups, stats, and watch routes connected from this main match hub as those pages publish.
