Texas, June 30 -- Norway coach Stale Solbakken praised Erling Haaland after his side's victory over Ivory Coast, calling him the world's best goalscorer and highlighting his decisive impact despite limited involvement in the match.

He noted that Haaland remained efficient, converting his key chance and showing strong hold-up play without losing possession.

Solbakken also credited his team's response after Ivory Coast's equaliser, saying Norway regained control of the match and produced their best spell to secure the victory.

"I think he's the greatest goalscorer in the world, I think there's no doubt about that. You know that today, he wasn't that much involved ... I think he had one big chance in the first half and obviously scored th...