Ivory Coast

vs

Norway

Form (Last 5)

• Home: W L W
• Away: W W L

Match Preview

Ivory Coast’s defensive edge and tournament balance make them the safer knockout pick against a Norway side that has been more open at the back.

Key Notes

Ivory Coast to avoid defeat looks the strongest angle in this Round of 32 matchup. Both teams bring identical tournament form of 2 wins and 1 loss, so the decision comes down to balance and game control. Ivory Coast have been the more dependable defensive unit, conceding fewer goals and showing a stronger defensive profile overall. In knockout football, that kind of stability is often the deciding factor.

Norway have enough attacking quality to make this competitive, but their recent numbers suggest a team that can be exposed. They have been involved in higher-scoring games and have allowed more chances than Ivory Coast, which raises the risk if they fall behind. Ivory Coast, by contrast, have been harder to break down and have already produced clean, efficient performances without needing to dominate possession or create a flood of chances.

The double chance market gives a good reflection of the matchup: Ivory Coast are not being priced as an overwhelming favourite, but they are still the side with the better defensive foundation. That matters in a one-off tie where caution and structure can outweigh raw attacking numbers. If the game becomes tight, Ivory Coast are well placed to take it deep or edge it by a single goal.

With both teams carrying similar momentum, this is not a spot to chase an aggressive result bet. Backing Ivory Coast or the draw offers the best blend of safety and value. Their defensive edge and knockout reliability make them the more trustworthy side in what should be a closely contested fixture.

Prediction

Ivory Coast or Draw • Odds 1.80 • Confidence 7/10

Odds are valid as of June 27, 2026, 12:53 CET.