Norway head coach Ståle Solbakken has declared his squad fully prepared to absorb the physical intensity that Ivory Coast will bring to their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 showdown, scheduled for Tuesday, June 30, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Solbakken offered a detailed breakdown of what makes the Elephants a formidable opponent, reserving particular praise for the balance within their midfield.