Cote d’Ivoire Bow Out of FIFA World Cup With Narrow Loss to Norway

Côte d’Ivoire produced an impressive second-half display, inspired by the introduction of Amad Diallo, but suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Norway after Erling Haaland struck late to seal victory.

The Elephants came within inches of earning a deserved point, only for Evann Guessand’s header deep into stoppage time to drift just wide.

The Ivorians made a cautious start against the dangerous partnership of Martin Ødegaard and Erling Haaland. Yan Diomandé tested the Norwegian defence early…