Ivory Coast vs Norway prediction

Analysis

The xgprophet model forecasts a competitive encounter, with Ivory Coast favoured at 45% to win despite Norway's recent upturn in form, whilst a 1-1 draw is deemed most likely at 23% probability. Expected goals of 1.8 for Ivory Coast and 1.5 for Norway suggest an open match, with the model assigning 65% probability to both teams scoring and 64% to over 2.5 goals. Ivory Coast's mixed recent record contrasts with Norway's two consecutive victories, though the model's forecast reflects relatively balanced attacking potential between the sides.