Sports 30 June 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Haaland's Late Strike Secures Norway Victory Over Ivory Coast
Erling Haaland's crucial late goal propelled Norway to a narrow victory against Ivory Coast in a hard-fought match. The striker, scoring in his third World Cup game running, ultimately made the difference for his team. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/world-cup/erling-haaland-steps-up-late-to-get-norway-past-ivory-coast-5514616
Norway emerged victorious over Ivory Coast thanks to a late breakthrough from star striker Erling Haaland.
The Manchester City forward, who has been in excellent scoring form throughout the tournament, found the back of the net in the closing stages of the match to give his side a vital win.
While Haaland was largely contained by a disciplined Ivory Coast defense for much of the game, managing only one shot on target, his ability to deliver when it mattered most proved decisive.
The tightly contested match saw both teams create opportunities, but it was Norway’s clinical finish that ultimately separated them on the scoreboard.
This result marks a significant moment for Norway in the competition, with Haaland continuing his impressive scoring streak on the World Cup stage.