Europe has its first nation in the round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the Americas at the expense of Africa.
After Morocco stunned the Netherlands earlier Tuesday, Norway got one back for Europe in the battle of the continents with the most representatives in the round of 32 of the tournament.
Norway beat the Ivory Coast 2-1 in Dallas.
Their Manchester City superstar, Erling Haaland, scored the winning goal in the 86th minute, probably one of the simplest goals of his career.
The Norwegians led 1-nil at halftime.