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How to Watch Ivory Coast vs Norway: Live Stream, TV Channel, Kick-off & Team Updates | World Cup 2026

The Round of 32 match between Ivory Coast and Norway in the 2026 FIFA World Cup will kick off on June 30 at 18:00 local time at Dallas Stadium. Fans can watch this exciting clash through various international broadcasters or via live streaming platforms.

Where to Watch Around the World

A wide range of TV channels hold broadcasting rights for this fixture across many countries. Here are selected official broadcasters from different regions:

Using a VPN to Watch Securely

If you face regional restrictions or want extra online security while streaming, a Virtual Private Network (VPN) can help. Services like ExpressVPN let you connect through servers in countries where the match is broadcast, bypassing blackout rules.

Steps for watching via VPN:

  • Download and install a trusted VPN app such as ExpressVPN.
  • Connect to a server located in a country airing the game.
  • Clear your browser cache or cookies to update location settings.
  • Access the broadcaster’s website or app to stream the match live.

Watch on Your TV

For a better experience than phones or laptops, watching on a big screen is ideal.

  • Many smart TVs and devices like Amazon Fire Stick support native VPN apps—just install, log in, and connect.
  • Apple TV, Roku, or gaming consoles may not support direct VPN apps; in that case, use Smart DNS or cast the stream from your VPN-connected device.

Team News and Probable Lineups

Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae looks set to keep the same squad that performed well during the group stages. The predicted starting XI uses a 4-3-3 formation:

  • Goalkeeper: Yahia Fofana
  • Defense: Guela Doue, Ousmane Diomande, Odilon Kossounou, Ghislain Konan
  • Midfield: Ibrahim Sangare, Franck Kessie, Christ Inao Oulai
  • Attack: Amad Diallo, Nicolas Pepe, Yan Diomande

No injuries or suspensions have been reported for the Elephants.

Norway manager Ståle Solbakken is expected to field his strongest available lineup after rotating players in the last match against France. The team typically lines up in a 4-2-3-1 formation:

  • Goalkeeper: Orjan Nyland
  • Defense: Kristoffer Ajer, Fredrik Aursnes, Torbjorn Heggem, David Moller Wolfe
  • Midfield: Patrick Berg, Sander Berge, Martin Odegaard
  • Attack: Antonio Nusa, Erling Haaland, Alexander Sorloth

No current injury or suspension concerns for Norway.

Match Form and Statistics

Ivory Coast has won four out of their last five matches, including a 2-0 win over Curacao in the group stage, where Pepe scored twice. They lost narrowly to Germany 2-1 but beat Ecuador 1-0 earlier in the tournament. Pre-tournament friendlies also saw them triumph over France and Scotland. The Elephants have scored in every recent match and took early leads in all three group games.

Norway won three of their last five, with a single draw and loss. Their most recent result was a heavy 4-1 defeat to France, where key players were rested. Earlier, they edged Senegal 3-2 and defeated Iraq 4-1 in the World Cup. Pre-tournament friendlies included a 1-1 draw with Morocco and a 3-1 win against Sweden. Norway’s attack has been prolific, netting 12 goals in these five fixtures.

Head-to-Head

No previous competitive matches between Ivory Coast and Norway are recorded, so this encounter might be their first meeting at the World Cup finals.

Group Standings Recap

Ivory Coast finished second in Group E, while Norway claimed second place in Group I. These positions have set the stage for their Round of 32 showdown in Dallas.

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