Erling Haaland scored an 86th minute winner as Norway beats Ivory Coast 2-1 to qualify for round of 16.
While Ivory Coast created the better chances in first half they couldn't turn any of them into a goal . Norway then took the lead in the 39th minute when 21 years old Antonio Nusa dribbled into the box from left quickly cut onto his right foot and curled a superb shot into the top far corner.
Ivory Coast who were already the better side in first half stepped up their game in the second half, continuing to press and eventually finding an equalizer. They thought they had sent the tie into extra time when substitute Amad scored in the 74th minute, but Haaland struck late to seal the victory for Norway. Below are the match statistics showing how Norway got dominated by ivory Coast.
Norway will move to round of 16 after 28 years of wait where they will face the strong Brazil side. They will need to win against them to qualify for quarter finals for first time in history of football.