Norway Advances to World Cup Last 16 After Defeating Ivory Coast
Norway secured a spot in the World Cup last 16 by beating Ivory Coast, with a crucial late save from Orjan Nyland and a strong performance from Haaland. This victory sets up a clash against Brazil, who also advanced after a dramatic comeback win against Japan.
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Orjan Nyland's spectacular late save will live in Norwegian lore after World Cup knockout win
Orjan Nyland fell to his hands and knees, his face resting on the AT&T Stadium turf with a half-dozen Ivory Coast players strewn about him after Norway's 2-1 World Cup victory that was preserved by the goalkeeper's spectacular last-minute save. It was relief for Nyland and pain for those orange-clad opponents after a leaping, twisting, left-handed stop that's sure to live in Norwegian lore. There's little doubt the moment wasn't lost on Nyland, based on the shouts and chest bumps he shared ...
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