World Cup Predictions Today: Norway vs. Ivory Coast Picks, Best Bets and Props (June 30)

Norway vs Ivory Coast Picks in Summary

• Under 2.5 Goals (-110)

The Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup continues today as Norway battles Ivory Coast 1 p.m. ET.

Using FanDuel Sportsbook's World Cup odds as a guide, what are the best bets for this matchup?

Betting odds are from FanDuel Sportsbook's World Cup odds and are subject to change after this article is published.

Norway vs Ivory Coast World Cup Prediction Today

Under 2.5 Goals (-110)

Norway and Erling Haaland have gotten a lot of headlines this tourney, but I think Ivory Coast is going to make this a tough game.

Ivory Coast have been very strong defensively, letting up only two goals in group play. Both of those goals were late goals by a strong Germany side after Ivory Coast had frustrated them for most of the game. Add in that Ivory Coast have netted only four goals themselves, and they're certainly an under-friendly team.

Norway have played a vastly different style, scoring eight goals and conceding seven in group play. They scored seven goals in the two matches in which star striker Haaland started, and he's been his usual self in front of goal, converting his chances at a high rate.

But things tend to tighten up in the knockout rounds, and given Ivory Coast's style of play, I think clear chances will be few and far between in this one, pushing me toward the under.

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When does the US play in the 2026 World Cup?

The Americans have completed their group stage matches, winning Group D. Their Round of 32 match against Bosnia takes place at 8 p.m. ET on July 1.

When is the 2026 World Cup Final?

The final is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Who is the favorite to win the 2026 World Cup?

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