France, Norway and Mexico all won their round of 32 games on Tuesday 30 June 2026. France beat Sweden 3–0. Norway beat Ivory Coast 2–1 for their first ever World Cup knockout win. Mexico beat Ecuador 2–0, their first World Cup knockout win since 1986.
Key Facts
- France 3, Sweden 0 (New Jersey): Mbappé 45′ and 74′, Barcola 53′.
- Norway 2, Ivory Coast 1 (Arlington, near Dallas): Nusa 39′, Haaland 86′. Amad Diallo scored for Ivory Coast.
- Mexico 2, Ecuador 0 (Mexico City): Julián Quiñones 22′, Raúl Jiménez 31′.
Mbappé Leads France
Mbappé and Michael Olise both hit the post early. Then Mbappé scored just before half-time. Bradley Barcola made it 2–0. Mbappé scored again after a pass from Olise. Olise had two assists.
Mbappé now has 18 World Cup goals. That is one behind Lionel Messi’s record of 19, as of that day. Mbappé also set a record for goals in World Cup knockout games. France will play Paraguay next.
Haaland Wins It for Norway
Antonio Nusa scored a great goal to put Norway ahead. Amad Diallo levelled for Ivory Coast in the 74th minute. Then Erling Haaland scored the winner in the 86th minute. It was Norway’s first ever win in a World Cup knockout game. They play Brazil next.
Mexico End a Long Wait
Co-hosts Mexico scored twice in the first half. Quiñones and Jiménez scored. Mexico had not won a World Cup knockout game since 1986. They also kept a fourth clean sheet in a row.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who did France beat in the round of 32?
Sweden, 3–0.
Why was Norway’s win special?
It was their first ever World Cup knockout win.
When did Mexico last win a World Cup knockout game before this?
In 1986.
Conclusion
It was a day of history for Norway and Mexico. France looked like a team that can win it all.
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