FIFA WC 2026: 'Viking Row' Erupts as Haaland Sends Norway into Round of 16 | Times Now World

Erling Haaland scored an 86th-minute winner as Norway defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 in Arlington, Texas, on Tuesday to secure the country's first-ever victory in a FIFA World Cup knockout match. Antonio Nusa had given Norway an early lead before Amad Diallo equalized in the 74th minute for Ivory Coast. With extra time looming, Haaland finished from close range after a pass from Patrick Berg, sealing Norway's place in the round of 16, where they will face five-time champions Brazil. The goal was Haaland's fifth in three matches at the tournament. #erlinghaaland, #norway, #ivorycoast, #fifaworldcup, #worldcup2026, #football, #soccer, #haaland, #norwayfootball, #worldcup, #footballnews, #breakingnews, #sportsnews, #amaddiallo, #antonionusa, #brazil, #roundof16, #footballhighlights, #viral, #trending In this Times Now World News report, we break down the this topic: Stay connected with Times Now World for real-time global news and analysis: Read full coverage: https://www.timesnownews.com/world Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timesnow.world Follow us on X: https://x.com/TimesNow_World #timesnowworld #worldnews #breakingnews