The knockout games are underway in full swing at the FIFA World Cup, and Ivory Coast will face Norway for a place in the Round of 16 today. Emotions will be high for both teams, as Ivory Coast plays its first-ever knockout game, and Norway returns to the knockouts for the first time since 1998.
Both teams have performed exceptionally well so far, registering two wins in three group games and announcing themselves as dark horses for the tournament. Unfortunately, only one gets to march on after today. Whether you're cheering for Norway or Ivory Coast, here's how to watch their Round of 32 clash using a streaming subscription or VPN.
When Is the Ivory Coast vs. Norway World Cup Knockout Match?
The Round of 32 match between the Ivory Coast and Norway kicks off at 1:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, June 30, at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
This is first meeting between the two teams at the international level, and there's little difference between the two on FIFA's world rankings: Norway sits at 31, while Ivory Coast comes in at 33.
Both teams arrive in similar form, having won two and losing one game in the group stage. Norway have the likes of Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard in their ranks, while Ivory Coast have Amad Diallo and Nicolas Pépé (to name a few).
Norway's coach Ståle Solbakken faced some criticism for resting more than half his regular XI in the final group game against France, but he is sure to bring back his star players for this all-important game. A historic place in the Round of 16 beckons both fiery teams, and neither is expected to go down without a fight.
How to Stream Ivory Coast vs. Norway Live in the US
You can watch today's match live on Fox or Telemundo. If you don't have cable and you're in the US, you can watch with a sports streaming subscription, such as DirecTV, Fox One, Fubo, Peacock, Sling, YouTube TV, and more. If you don't have a live TV or streaming service, you may be able to watch the game with a free trial:
How to Watch Ivory Coast vs. Norway Online for Free
The Ivory Coast vs. Norway knockout match will air live for free across the globe on several streaming platforms, including:
- The UK: BBC iPlayer/ITV
- Ireland: RTE Player
- Australia: SBS
- France: M6
- Germany: ZDF
- Belgium: RTBF
- Austria: Servus TV
- Spain: RTVE
- Brazil: CazéTV on YouTube
- Norway: NRK
- Netherlands: NOS
These platforms are geo-locked to their respective countries, so to watch for free from the US or elsewhere, you'll need a virtual private network (VPN). For the Ivory Coast vs. Norway World Cup match, we recommend ExpressVPN, our top pick for location spoofing. ExpressVPN has servers across the globe, making it easy to mask your actual location, so you can access region-locked content. Plus, this year, ExpressVPN is also an official supporter of the FIFA World Cup.
Here's how you can access the Ivory Coast vs. Norway match with a VPN using BBC iPlayer as an example:
- Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN).
- Download the VPN app on your computer, phone, or preferred device.
- Connect to a server in the UK.
- Visit BBC iPlayer or ITV to start streaming.
Usually, the top VPNs that let you connect to servers in other countries aren't free. But if you already have a VPN subscription or qualify for a free trial, you may be able to use one to watch the FIFA World Cup knockout match between Ivory Coast and Norway at no additional cost.
2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule and Key Dates
The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 and will be co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico. This year, the tournament has expanded to 48 participating nations for a total of 104 games.
- June 11 to June 27: Group stage. Each team plays three other teams in their group once. The top two teams from all 12 groups qualify for the knockout stages automatically. Eight of the best third-place teams will also make the cut.
- June 28: The knockout stage begins with the first-ever Round of 32 at a FIFA World Cup. The eventual champion will have to win five consecutive knockout games, instead of the former four.
- July 14 and July 15: Semi-finals.
- July 18: Third-place playoff.
- July 19: Final.
We'll be following the World Cup for the next month, so stay tuned for more streaming advice.
Source: PCMag.com
