Norway vs. Ivory Coast Betting Guide: Odds, Best Bets, DFS Picks and Prediction
The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 continues Tuesday with one of the tournament’s most intriguing betting matchups as Norway battles Ivory Coast at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Unlike Brazil or Spain, there isn’t a massive favorite here. Sportsbooks give Norway a slight edge thanks to one of the world’s most lethal attacking duos in Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, but Ivory Coast has the athleticism and defensive discipline to make this uncomfortable.
If you’re looking for a match with betting value, this may be the best one of the Round of 32.
Match Information
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Norway vs. Ivory Coast |
| Date | Tuesday, June 30 |
| Kickoff | 1 p.m. ET |
| Venue | AT&T Stadium (Dallas Stadium), Arlington, Texas |
| Capacity | 80,000+ |
| TV | FOX |
| Spanish TV | Telemundo |
| Streaming | FOX Sports App, FOX One, Peacock (Spanish), Fubo |
| Radio | SiriusXM FC |
| Weather | Mid-90s outside, but the climate-controlled stadium should provide ideal playing conditions. |
Betting Odds (90 Minutes)
| Market | Odds |
| Norway | +105 |
| Draw | +240 |
| Ivory Coast | +290 |
| Over 2.5 Goals | Slight Favorite |
| Both Teams To Score – Yes | Favored |
Norway is only a narrow favorite despite boasting arguably the best striker left in the tournament. Bettors clearly respect Ivory Coast’s defensive organization.
By the Numbers
| Category | Norway | Ivory Coast |
| FIFA Ranking | No. 33 | No. 41 |
| FotMob Rating | 7.20 | 7.03 |
| Group Finish | 2nd | 2nd |
| Group Stage Points | 6 | 6 |
| Goals Scored | 8 | 5 |
| Goals Allowed | 7 | 3 |
Norway rested several starters in its group finale after clinching advancement, while Ivory Coast advanced behind one of the tournament’s stingiest defenses.
World Cup Futures
| Team | To Win World Cup |
| Norway | +2800 to +3500 |
| Ivory Coast | +10000 or longer |
A Norway victory would likely set up a Round of 16 showdown with Brazil.
DFS Targets
Elite Captain
Erling Haaland (Norway)
There isn’t a safer fantasy play on Tuesday.
Haaland already has four goals at this World Cup and leads virtually every anytime goalscorer market. Norway will build its attack around him from the opening whistle.
Mid-Tier Play
Martin Ødegaard (Norway)
One of the tournament’s premier creators.
If Haaland scores, there’s a strong chance Ødegaard is involved.
Value Play
Nicolas Pépé (Ivory Coast)
The veteran winger scored twice in the group-stage finale and remains Ivory Coast’s most dangerous counterattacking threat.
Goalkeeper
Ørjan Nyland (Norway)
Likely to face enough shots to rack up saves while still having a solid chance at earning a victory.
Best Bets
⭐ Norway Moneyline (+105)
This number feels short.
Norway possesses the best player on the pitch, the better creator in midfield and more overall attacking quality.
⭐ Erling Haaland Anytime Goalscorer
He’s scored four goals already and remains Norway’s first option inside the box.
⭐ Both Teams To Score — Yes
Ivory Coast has enough pace through Nicolas Pépé and Amad Diallo to trouble Norway’s defense, which has conceded seven goals in three group matches.
⭐ Over 2.5 Goals
Norway’s matches have become must-watch television because chances are created at both ends.
Players to Watch
Norway
- Erling Haaland
- Martin Ødegaard
- Alexander Sørloth
- Antonio Nusa
Ivory Coast
- Nicolas Pépé
- Franck Kessié
- Amad Diallo
- Ousmane Diomandé
Prediction
Norway 2, Ivory Coast 1
This feels like a Haaland game.
Ivory Coast will defend with numbers and make Norway earn every opportunity, but eventually the pressure becomes too much. Ødegaard unlocks the defense with one of his trademark through balls before Haaland delivers the winner in the second half.
Ivory Coast should create enough chances to find the scoresheet, making both teams to score an attractive play, but Norway’s superior firepower ultimately proves decisive.
Best Bet: Norway Moneyline (+105)
Best Prop: Erling Haaland Anytime Goalscorer
Correct Score: Norway 2, Ivory Coast 1
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