Norway advanced in the FIFA World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast at Dallas Stadium, marking the nation's first win in a knockout-round match.
Antonio Nusa opened the scoring for Norway before Amad Diallo equalized for Ivory Coast. Manchester City striker Erling Haaland delivered the decisive goal in the 86th minute.
Following the final whistle, the entire Norwegian squad, led by captain Martin Odegaard, performed the 'Viking Row.' The synchronized rowing motion, performed to a thundering drum beat, has since gone viral across social media, particularly resonating with American audiences ahead of the 2026 tournament.
The match generated significant activity on prediction platforms, with national team performances increasingly correlating with the valuation of affiliated digital assets and fan tokens.