As the World Cup group stage wraps up, Norway's head coach Stale Solbakken faces scrutiny over his strategy. Opting to field a B team in the last match against France, Solbakken aimed to protect his star players from injuries and maintain momentum. However, this choice has led Norway to a challenging round of 32 matchup against the formidable Ivory Coast.

The stakes are high for Norway, who must navigate a tough path should they advance. If they overcome the Ivorians, they are likely to face Brazil, followed by potential encounters with England or Mexico. Despite this daunting bracket, Norway boasts a wealth of talent, highlighted by Erling Haaland, who has scored four goals in the tournament. Meanwhile, Martin Odegaard continues to impress, contributing two assists despite questions regarding his form.

In contrast, Ivory Coast presents a tough challenge, with experienced players like Seko Fofana and Franck Kessie solidifying their midfield. They have the capability to disrupt Norway's attacking strategies, making this matchup particularly tricky for Solbakken's squad. The clash promises to be a test of depth and strategy, as both teams aim to secure a spot in the next round.

Game Details:

• Date: Saturday, June 27
• Time: 1 p.m. ET
• Location: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas
• TV: Fox One (Eng), Universo (Spa)
• Live Stream: Fubo (Try for free)

Predicted Starting Lineups:
Ivory Coast: Yahia Fofana; Wilfried Singo, Odilon Kossounou, Emmanuel Agbadou, Ghislain Konan; Ibrahima Sangare, Franck Kessie, Seko Fofana; Nicolas Pepe, Elye Wahi, Yan Diomande
Norway: Orjan Nyland; Julian Ryerson, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjorn Heggem, David Moller Wolfe; Frederik Aursnes, Sander Berge; Alexander Sorloth, Martin Odegaard, Antonio Nusa; Erling Haaland

Prediction: The depth and tactical options available to Ivory Coast could lead to a surprise victory over Norway, with a predicted score of Ivory Coast 2, Norway 1.

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