How to Watch Ivory Coast vs. Norway: TV, Live Stream, and Kickoff Time for World Cup Round of 32
Ivory Coast and Norway clash in the Round of 32, each with plenty at stake. The Elephants reached this knockout stage for only the fourth time in their World Cup history after finishing second in Group E, helped by wins against Ecuador and Curacao.
Norway returns to the World Cup stage for the first time since 1998, when they advanced to the Round of 16 before falling to Italy. They secured progression from Group I with victories over Senegal and Iraq but ended group play with a 4-1 defeat to France, resting key players like Erling Haaland.
Streaming and Broadcast Options
This match will be shown on FOX in the United States. For those who prefer streaming, options include fubo, Fox One, and the Fox Sports app or website. Fubo is a solid choice, especially since new users can start with a free trial. It offers access to ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and more than 100 other channels without the need for cable (fees and taxes may apply).
Key Players to Watch
Ivory Coast’s offense is led by Nicolas Pepe, who has scored twice, alongside Franck Kessie and Amad Diallo. Norway's biggest threat remains Erling Haaland, who has already netted four goals and is a top contender for the Golden Boot this tournament.
Match Details and Kickoff Times
The game kicks off on Tuesday, June 30, at 1 p.m. Eastern Time from AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. Here’s the kickoff across U.S. time zones:
- Eastern Time: 1 p.m.
- Central Time: 12 p.m.
- Mountain Time: 11 a.m.
- Pacific Time: 10 a.m.
Additional Matches on June 30 and July 1
The 2026 World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, marking the first time the event is hosted by three nations: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches take place across 16 cities, including Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto, Vancouver, Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey.
The tournament expands to 48 teams from the previous 32, increasing the number of matches to 104. This format allows more countries and knockout games than ever before.
Teams Competing in 2026
The lineup features countries like Argentina, Brazil, Canada, England, France, Germany, Ivory Coast, Norway, United States, and many more.
Watching the 2026 World Cup
In the United States, English broadcasts air on FOX and FS1, both available on fubo. Spanish coverage is handled by Telemundo and Universo, streamable via Peacock and DIRECTV. Kickoff times vary by city and round, so checking local schedules is recommended.
Final Match Details
The final takes place on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium, officially called New York-New Jersey Stadium for the tournament.
Host Nation Participation
The United States, as one of the hosts along with Canada and Mexico, automatically qualifies for the tournament.
