Ivory Coast
Norway
Teamübersicht
In their latest World Cup match, Ivory Coast faced Curaçao and secured a convincing 2-0 victory. This win marks a positive turn after a previous loss to Germany, allowing them to maintain a competitive edge in the tournament.
Match statistics (Curaçao vs Ivory Coast):
Teamübersicht
Norway's recent World Cup outing ended in disappointment as they were defeated 4-1 by France. This loss followed a narrow win against Senegal, leaving them eager to bounce back in their next encounter.
Match statistics (Norway vs France):
In a tightly contested World Cup Round of 32 clash, Norway triumphed over Ivory Coast with a score of 2-1, securing their place in the knockout stages.
The match saw Norway take an early lead in the 39th minute through A. Nusa, who capitalized on a well-placed assist from M. Odegaard. Despite Ivory Coast's efforts to dominate possession with 54%, they struggled to convert their chances, managing only four shots on target from a total of twelve attempts.
Ivory Coast responded in the second half, leveling the score in the 74th minute when A. Diallo found the net, assisted by N. Pepe. However, the momentum shifted back to Norway as E. Haaland sealed the victory with a decisive goal in the 86th minute, assisted by P. Berg.
Throughout the match, both teams exhibited a physical style, with six fouls apiece and only one yellow card issued to Norway. Despite Ivory Coast's dominance in corner kicks, with twelve to Norway's three, they could not find the equalizer, leaving them to reflect on missed opportunities.
This result highlights Norway's resilience and tactical efficiency, setting the stage for an exciting continuation in the tournament.
Ivory Coast has shown a mixed performance in their last three matches, winning two and losing one. They scored a total of 4 goals while conceding 2, averaging 1.33 goals per game. In contrast, Norway has been more prolific, netting 8 goals in their last three matches, with an average of 2.67 goals per game, despite conceding 7 goals.
Both teams have demonstrated their attacking capabilities, but Norway's recent form suggests a more potent offense, which could be crucial in this matchup.
In their previous encounter, Norway emerged victorious with a score of 2-1 against Ivory Coast. The match statistics indicate that Ivory Coast had an expected goals (xG) of 1.11 compared to Norway's 2.02, highlighting Norway's efficiency in converting chances. Additionally, Ivory Coast had 12 corner kicks, while Norway managed only 3, indicating a potential advantage in set-piece situations for Ivory Coast.
However, Norway's ball possession was higher at 54%, which allowed them to control the game better. This possession advantage, combined with their attacking prowess, will be key factors in determining the outcome of their next encounter.
In terms of tactics, Ivory Coast may focus on exploiting set-pieces given their corner kick advantage, while Norway will likely aim to maintain possession and create opportunities through quick transitions. The effectiveness of Ivory Coast's defense against Norway's attacking threats will be crucial in determining the match outcome.
Y. Fofana
G
G. Doue
D
O. Kossounou
D
O. Diomande
D
C. Operi
D
I. Sangare
M
F. Kessie
M
A. Diallo
M
N. Pepe
M
Y. Diomande
M
A. Bonny
F
E. Selvik
G
F. Aursnes
D
H. Falchener
D
L. Ostigard
D
F. Bjorkan
D
K. Thorstvedt
M
P. Berg
M
T. Aasgaard
M
O. Bobb
F
J. Larsen
F
A. Schjelderup
F
