Dallas Stadium is preparing to host a major showdown between Norway and Ivory Coast. The Elephants will be without Amad Diallo in the starting lineup, as he has been left on the bench for tactical reasons.
The Manchester United youngster played a key role in his team’s opening match, scoring the goal that secured a win against Ecuador. Now, he will have to support from the bench against the Vikings.
Venezuelan referee Jesus Valenzuela will officiate the match, where Norway’s future will depend on whether they win, tie, or lose against Ivory Coast. Can the African side continue to deliver surprises in this tournament?
Ivory Coast starting lineup vs. Norway
Looking to field a balanced side to counter the attacking threat of Erling Haaland and his teammates, these are the 11 players selected by Emerse Fae to represent the Elephants.
Christ Inao Oulai #26 of Ivory Coast.
Yahia Fofana; Ghislain Konan, Odilon Kossounou, Guela Doue, Emmanuel Agbadou; Franck Kessie (C), Ibrahim Sangare, Christ Inao Oulai; Ange-Yoan Bonny, Yan Diomande, Nicolas Pepe.
