Texas, July 1 -- Erling Haaland delivered when it mattered most, striking four minutes from time to propel Norway to a thrilling 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast and book their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after a gripping knockout contest at AT&T Stadium on Wednesday IST.
The Norwegian goal machine tapped home in the 86th minute after a sweeping move involving Oscar Bobb and Patrick Berg, capping a dominant spell in which Norway relentlessly pinned Ivory Coast back following the Africans' spirited equaliser.
Antonio Nusa had earlier given Norway a deserved first-half lead in the 39th minute with a composed finish after the Scandinavian side controlled possession and created the better opportunities.
Ivory Coast, however, refused ...