Norway, Ivory Coast Draw Massive Crowd as FIFA World Cup Fever Hits Dallas
DALLAS — Another FIFA World Cup crowd delivered another unforgettable atmosphere Tuesday as fans packed AT&T Stadium for the Round of 32 matchup between Norway and Ivory Coast.
With more than 80,000 spectators filling one of the tournament’s largest venues, the crowd transformed the home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys into a sea of red, green, orange and blue, creating one of the loudest environments of the knockout stage.
Norway entered the match led by superstar striker Erling Haaland, while Ivory Coast brought one of Africa’s most talented squads to North Texas. The result was a vibrant international showcase, with supporters from both nations joined by thousands of neutral fans eager to experience the World Cup atmosphere.
AT&T Stadium, one of the premier venues selected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has consistently produced strong attendance throughout the tournament. Tuesday’s knockout match continued that trend, highlighting the global appeal of the competition and the growing enthusiasm surrounding soccer in the United States.
The crowd remained engaged from warmups through kickoff, with chants echoing throughout the stadium as both teams battled for a coveted place in the Round of 16.
As the knockout rounds continue, the scenes in Dallas serve as another reminder that the 2026 FIFA World Cup has become as much about the fans as the football itself, with supporters from around the world turning every host city into a celebration of the beautiful game.
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