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Côte d'Ivoire comes marching into Texas ahead of knockout game against Norway
By Katy Blakey and Charles Nichelson at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
Côte d’Ivoire, nicknamed the Elephants, has arrived in North Texas for their knockout game against Norway at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday at noon.
This is Dallas Stadium’s first knockout game.
Côte d’Ivoire arrived to cheering fans in Downtown Dallas. Downtown Dallas resident Jennifer Wallace ...
Key takeaway This is Dallas Stadium’s first knockout game.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The arrival of Côte d'Ivoire in North Texas brings a new level of excitement to the local soccer scene, with fans gathering in Downtown Dallas to catch a glimpse of the team. As the Elephants prepare to face Norway at Dallas Stadium, the community is abuzz with anticipation. The fact that this is Dallas Stadium's first knockout game adds to the significance of the event, putting the venue and the city on the international soccer map. With Norway's star striker Erling Haaland practicing at SMU's Washburne Stadium, it's clear that North Texas is playing host to some of the world's top soccer talent. As the teams battle for a spot against Brazil, local residents can expect to see a surge in soccer fever, with fans from both sides converging on the area. The economic impact of hosting such a high-profile match will also be worth watching, as local businesses stand to benefit from the influx of visitors.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Côte d’Ivoire, nicknamed the Elephants, has arrived in North Texas for their knockout game against Norway at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday at noon.
This is Dallas Stadium’s first knockout game.
Côte d’Ivoire arrived to cheering fans in Downtown Dallas. Downtown Dallas resident Jennifer Wallace ...
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